Student Funding & Support
Students in the Biomedical Science Program in Molecular Medicine are eligible for financial support through a combination of training grants, scholarships, fellowships, University support, and revenue from the Carver Trust. Training grants come from the National Institute of Health, National Science Foundation, and Howard Hughes Medical Institute. These opportunities provide for long-term, stable funding for graduate students making satisfactory progress toward their degree.
Students receive a guaranteed stipend ($34,500 for 2024-2025 academic year), full tuition, fees, and health insurance allowance. The University of Iowa students are also encouraged to apply for extramural and U of I Internal Fellowships. The University of Iowa Graduate College has many funding opportunities and resources to assist students with applications.
| July 1, 2024–June 30, 2025 | University of Iowa Contribution |
|---|---|
| Guaranteed Stipend | $34,500 |
| Fully Paid Tuition & Mandatory Fee | $12,631 |
| Health/Dental Benefits *UI contributes more for spouse and family | $5,255 |
| Total Compensation | $52,386 |
Continued support beyond the first year is guaranteed, provided that progress toward completion of the degree requirements is satisfactory. Sources of support include departmental funds, training grants, research grants, and individual fellowships.
