Office of Graduate Studies

- Education Overview
- Leadership
  UNMC Graduate Studies is lead by a diverse group of faculty and staff dedicated to advancing health science education at UNMC.
- Awards and Recognition
  The Office of Graduate Studies celebrates the accomplishments of graduate students who go above and beyond.
- Students of Distinction
  The Graduate Students of Distinction award is reserved for students who receive national and international recognition.
- Learning Outcomes
  Each of the five Graduate Studies Learning Outcomes fulfill one or more of UNMC’s Institutional Learning Outcomes.
- Annual Report
  View our major accomplishments on our journey of positively impacting the nation’s supply of research scientists, educators and leaders.
- Contact Us
  Contact the Office of Graduate Studies however is easiest for you. Normal office hours are 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday to Friday.
- Admissions Overview
- - Steps to Admission
    Review the process to join UNMC Graduate Studies, from application to enrollment.
  - Non-Degree Students
    We offer flexibility in non-degree courses for students looking to further professional abilities, advance workplace skills, or simply learn something new.
  - Intercampus Enrollment
    Students within the University of Nebraska are able to take courses at other NU campuses to fulfill degree requirements for their home college.
- - Incoming Students
    Review important steps to complete as you prepare for your first day of classes at UNMC.
  - Matriculation Ceremony
    Build a community of fellow students who will become invaluable friends and teammates as you work toward your advanced degrees.
  - Incoming Student Survival Guide
    This guide was created by UNMC graduate students to aid incoming students and help them achieve success as they acclimate to our campus.
  - Moving to Omaha
    When you’re not hitting the books, the Omaha metro offers plenty of options to comfortably accommodate your lifestyle.
- - English Proficiency
    UNMC graduate courses are advanced and require a firm understanding of the English language in order to best succeed.
  - Equivalent Degrees
    Review a list of international degrees that are considered equivalent to a four-year Bachelor’s degree in the United States.
  - Financial Resources
    International students who wish to gain an F-1 or J-1 visa must be able to provide evidence of financial support for the first year of study.
  - Immigration and Visas
    We’ll pair you with an International Student Advisor to help you through the process of obtaining a student visa.
- - Costs and Funding
    At UNMC, we work to make our tuition affordable year after year. Review opportunities for financing your graduate degree.
  - Assistantships/Fellowships
    Review eligibility criteria and deadlines to apply for a Graduate Studies Research Assistantship or Fellowship at UNMC.
  - External Funding Opportunities
    Many outside corporations, businesses, and agencies provide funding for graduate students. We offer additional incentives for successful applications.
  - Office of Financial Aid
    The Office of Financial Aid manages financial aid distribution, UNMC scholarships and grants, and veteran and military education benefits.
- Programs Overview
- - Business for Bioscientists
    The Business for Bioscientists Certificate is designed to provide you with a fundamental background in business to enhance employment opportunities and success.
  - Health Professions Teaching and Technology
    This certificate provides health professions educators with a foundation in health science education, teaching skills, and the science of teaching.
  - Applied Health Informatics
    This certificate prepares healthcare professionals with the skills necessary to effectively apply health informatics in practice to improve patient care.
  - Heathcare Quality Improvement
    Through this certificate, health care professionals will engage in the application and utility of quality improvement to optimize healthcare service delivery.
- - The Medical Sciences Interdepartmental Area Program (MSIA)
    The MSIA is intended for those who wish to pursue individually designed programs of an interdisciplinary nature within the medical sciences.
  - MS Degree Timeline
    Review UNMC’s Master’s degree timeline and make sure you stay on track to graduate.
  - Individual Programs
    A Master’s degree from UNMC Graduate Studies can help you gain the additional skills you need to take your health sciences career to the next level
- - The Medical Sciences Interdepartmental Area Program (MSIA)
    The MSIA is intended for those who wish to pursue individually designed programs of an interdisciplinary nature within the medical sciences.
  - Interdisciplinary Graduate Program in Biomedical Sciences (IGPBS)
    This programs consists of seven interdisciplinary doctoral programs with over 200 participating research faculty from 32 basic science and clinical departments.
  - Individual Programs
    As a doctoral student, you will work with faculty members who are global leaders in health science innovation.
  - PhD Degree Timeline
    Review UNMC’s Doctoral degree timeline and make sure you stay on track to graduate.
- - Institutional Training Grant Programs for Doctoral Students
    UNMC's institutional training grant programs offer enhanced, specialized experience on top of your doctoral program coursework.
  - Institutional Training Grants Definition
    Find out what institutional training grants are and the types available at UNMC for doctoral students.
  - Benefits of Participating
    Discover how working on one of our training grants can advance your career and set you up for success.
- Professional Development Overview
- - Career Counseling
    Our counselors can provide you with additional insight, information, and perspectives on career opportunities and professions.
  - Proficiency and Certificate Programs
    These non-degree programs enhance your background and create further career opportunities and possibilities upon graduation.
  - Individual Development Plan (IDP)
    Establishing an Individual Development Plan will give you the tools to reach your professional goals and make sure you stay on track.
  - On-Line Career Training Platform
    Log into Beyond the Professoriate's career training platform to explore career options and prepare for careers inside and outside academia.
- - Graduate Studies Mentorship
    Professors, advisors, and alumni can provide you with formative information about tasks and trials you’ll face after graduation.
- - Dissertation & Thesis Boot Camps
    Whether you can't find a good place to begin or are simply procrastinating, UNMC's Dissertation and Thesis Boot Camps are here to help.
  - Teaching Skills
    UNMC Graduate Studies has a variety of opportunities for you to obtain and grow the teaching skills needed to thrive as an educator.
  - Workshops and Seminars
    Our workshops, presentations and seminars bolster you with an extra edge for present and future professional ventures, regardless of the career you choose.
  - Lunch & Learn
    The Professional Development Lunch and Learn Series provides you with various seminar topics to help develop professional skills.
- - Service-Learning and Professional Development Badge Program
    A program that empowers graduate students to document their learning from time devoted to a wide range of important activities that advance their education and careers outside of the laboratory or classroom.
  - Transferable Skills Digital Badge Program
    Online micro credentials and not academic credits that allow you to showcase your achievements and skills gained through co-curricular learning experiences.

— Office of Graduate Studies — Current Students

Current Students

Find a variety of resources to help you achieve success with your degree. Please note that some of the below links require UNMC credentials to access them.

For general UNMC resources, please visit UNMC's page for current students.

Funding Opportunities

Assistantships/Fellowships

View eligibility guidelines, deadlines and documentation requirements for securing an assistantship or fellowship.

Domestic and international funding opportunities

We encourage you to apply for external funding opportunities, and we provide additional incentives to you for successful applications.

Scholarships offered at UNMC are provided by the University of Nebraska Foundation's fundraising efforts and a variety of private donors.

Conference Attendance Awards

UNMC students in their second year or later of graduate school can apply for competitively awarded support to attend conferences if the criteria specified in the instructions are met.

Tuition and Fees

See costs and fees related to graduate school to help you figure out your budget.

Courses and Registration

Course Descriptions

View a list of all graduate level courses.

Find which courses will be offered by term.

Important Deadlines

Review the important dates you should know as a graduate student. Please note, the information is subject to change.

Registration Guidelines

View information on full-time status, drops/adds/withdrawals, and more.

Responsible Conduct in Research Program

All UNMC doctoral graduate students are required to complete and pass the Responsible Conduct in Research Program.

Degree Requirements

Master's Degree Timeline

Explains what steps you need to take and in what order to stay on track to getting your Master's degree.

Doctoral Degree Timeline

Explains what steps you need to take and in what order to stay on track to getting your Doctoral degree.

Dissertation & Graduation Instructions for PhD Candidates

Includes timeline for final oral exam/dissertation defense, dissertation requirements, and procedures after the final oral exam.

Graduation Timeline & Instructions for Non-Thesis MS Students

Provides timeline and process for non-thesis Master's students.

Graduation Timeline & Instructions for Graduate Certificate Students

Provides timeline and process for certificate students.

Thesis & Graduation Instructions for MS Students

Includes timeline for final oral exam/thesis defense, thesis requirements, and procedures after the final oral exam.

Supervisory Committee Guidelines

Review the matters requiring action by the Supervisory Committee.

Student Portals

See your courses, announcements, downloads, syllabi, and more in the learning management system.

Campus records for students.

Track involvement, find organizations, discover events, and more.

Manage stipend information and more.

Creating an Individual Development Plan (IDP) allows you to explore the types of careers that would fit best with your abilities and interests.

Enroll in classes, check your schedule, view account balances and financial aid, and more.

Document your progress throughout your academic career by scheduling exams, managing advisory/supervisory committees, and more.

Seguidor Student Instructions

Provides instructions for accessing and using Seguidor.

Seguidor Student Instructions Video

A visual training guide.

Student Forms

Annual Progress Report Template

Use this template to report on your annual progress toward fulfillment of your degree.

Examination Rubric

Using the Examination Rubric as a guide, your committee, or committee chair will assess the Graduate Studies Learning Objectives and provide feedback to you.

Meeting Minutes Template

Use this template to provide a short summary of progress since the most recent meeting, including updates on coursework and other progress toward degree.

Catalogs and Policies

Graduate Studies Catalog

A comprehensive guide to everything you need to know about Graduate Studies.

International Visitor Handbook

What international students need to know before and after they arrive on campus.

UNMC guidelines for laboratory safety.

Student Policies

From enrollment to graduation, here are all the policies enforced at the university.

Awards and Recognition

Graduate Students of Distinction

Honors the outstanding work of UNMC students who have received national or international recognition.

Presented once a year to recognize the most exceptional graduate student, based on excellence in multiple areas or excellence overall.

Thomas Jefferson Award

PhD students receive this honor for unmatched creativity and ingenuity in completing doctoral dissertation research requirements.

Service Learning and Interprofessional Education Badge Program

Graduate students are rewarded by documenting time spent in important, career-advancing opportunities outside of the laboratory or classroom.