Whether you're looking for a career in academia, animal production, immunology, horse racing, food safety or more, our master’s and Ph.D. degree programs give you the training and preparation you need to make your mark. You’ll conduct hands-on research while building a broad academic foundation with opportunities to focus on a specific scientific discipline. The skillset gained from this course of study will allow you to thrive in a wide range of occupations.

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Funding your graduate degree

Funding is often near the top of graduate students’ list of needs. You can get funding in a variety of ways, from research assistantships to stipends to fellowships, and more. Visit the Graduate Students Resource page or contact the Graduate Coordinator for funding information.

Graduate degrees in Animal & Comparative Biomedical Sciences

We offer master’s and Ph.D. degrees in two areas: Animal and Comparative Biomedical Sciences and Microbiology. Animal and comparative biomedical sciences covers everything from dairy management to animal physiology to horse racing, while microbiology students focus on infectious diseases and host responses, food safety and more.

Each degree area offers traditional master’s and Ph.D. degree programs; non-thesis degree options in specific fields, such as the race track industry; and an accelerated master’s in microbiology. You’ll learn from and conduct research alongside a diverse group of colleagues as you train for an advanced career in biomedical sciences.