The Interdisciplinary Graduate Program (IGP) in the Biological and Biomedical Sciences is a leading integrative biomedical graduate program, designed to foster creative and analytical thinkers, geared to tackle the quickly evolving world of research and technology. As a union between 11 participating programs, the IGP provides a strong foundation for biomedical dissertation work.
Located in beautiful Nashville TN, Vanderbilt University is a premier research facility that ranks among the top institutions in the country with a unique infrastructure that encourages collaboration.
We encourage you to explore our website, and feel free to reach out and contact us with any questions you may have. We look forward to getting to know you!
See Quick Stats and Facts about our program here!
If you have questions about why you may not have been offered an interview to a graduate program, or not had an offer extended after interview, our Director of Recruitment discusses some of the reasons why, and how you might improve your application in the next cycle.
Message from the Director
Welcome to the home page for the Vanderbilt Interdisciplinary Graduate Program in Biomedical Sciences. The IGP offers opportunities for rigorous, high-level training in multiple areas across the general field of biomedicine and builds on Vanderbilt’s collaborative spirit. With world-class faculty and facilities, you will have the ability to do cutting-edge impactful research and also gain insight into the myriad career paths open to Ph.D. graduates.
Enjoy exploring these pages and discover what Vanderbilt IGP has to offer!
-Dr. Madhvi Venkatesh
You can also contact us with any questions you may have.
At Vanderbilt, fostering an environment where every individual feels valued, supported, and empowered to grow is at the core of who we are. We are committed to creating a community with the connections, varied viewpoints, and shared purpose that are necessary to tackle the complexities of an ever-changing world.