Academics Academic Calendar The academic calendar of the Graduate Division consists of three semesters: summer, fall, and spring. The fall semester consists of course Block I, Rotation Period I and fall Thesis Research. The spring semester consists of two course blocks (Blocks II and III), two rotation periods (Rotation Periods II and III), and spring Thesis Research. The Graduate Division academic calendar outlines the specific dates of each course block, rotation period, and thesis research period, registration dates and deadlines, course add/drop and withdrawal dates, and program holidays. Learn More Graduate Program Requirements Learn about the requirements for the PhD degree in Biomedical Sciences! Learn More Policies and Guidelines The Academic Policies and Guidelines of the Graduate Programs in the Biomedical Sciences are meant to facilitate the productive and efficient progression of a student from admission through program completion. Find the full Academic Policies and other policies of the Graduate Division and Einstein. Learn More Registration and Courses Learn about our graduate courses and registration requirements. Learn More Forms and Document Requests For current graduate students and alumni - request a transcript, enrollment certificate, or verification letter. Learn More Systems and Software Find helpful information and photos to our systems and software for graduate students and faculty. Learn More Student Advisory Information The Student Advisory Committee (SAC) provides critical feedback on the research plan, to assess experimental progress, and to advise the student when to write/defend the Thesis. Click Learn More for full guidelines, and requirements. Learn More Qualifying Examination A combined written and oral exam for the advancement to candidacy for the PhD degree. Learn More Thesis Defense and Graduation Learn about the requirements for the doctoral thesis defense and graduation. Learn More
