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How to Apply for MS, PhD or Certificate

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Certificate Program Application Procedure

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Degree Program Application Procedure

Department application deadline: We recommend submitting your application (in full) as early as possible. Early applications are due by December 31st for the following Fall for a prescreening process by the department.  Applications will be considered after this date as space is available and granted admission on a rolling basis. (Generally by June 30)

 

Use the Graduate School website to apply on-line. http://www.sa.utah.edu/admiss/graduate.htm (print the application before submitting it on-line, so the copy may be included with the materials sent directly to the Department of Biomedical Informatics)

The following Application Materials must be sent directly to the Department of Biomedical Informatics where we prescreen the application then send it to the University Admissions:
NOTE: Please assemble your application materials into ONE ENVELOPE and mail to the address below.

c/o Jo Ann Thompson
Dept. of Biomedical Informatics
University of Utah
Health Sciences Education Building - Suite 5700
26 South 2000 East
Salt Lake City, Utah 84112

  1. A copy of the on-line application submitted to the Graduate school.
  2. A 'Statement of Purpose' outlining your educational and/or working background, computer knowledge, and career interests (1-2 pages).
  3. Three letters of recommendation from academic people who know your academic capabilities in sealed and signed envelopes.
  4. Official transcript from every university attended in official sealed envelopes. Transcripts reflecting earned degree can be submitted after application due date once earned. The department will make a copy and forward the original transcripts to the University Admissions office.
  5. Official GRE or MCAT scores. (Indicate on application that scores were sent to the University test center.
  6. A small, current photograph
  7. Financial assistance form (if applicable). The University of Utah Office of Financial Aid and Scholarship website is www.sa.utah.edu/finance.
  8. International students must submit the "International Student Affidavit of Support," available at www.sa.utah.edu/admiss/appdownload . The financial support requirement is $25,678 plus $3,000 for each dependent.
  9. International students must submit a copy of their passport  and TOEFL scores (a requirement of the University). A TSE exam may be required and will be determined in a telephone interview.