The Harvard Biophysics Graduate Program lies at the interface of the physical and biological sciences, training graduate students to apply cutting-edge experimental and theoretical approaches to biological problems. Students work with faculty in many departments across the Faculty of Arts and Sciences and Harvard Medical School, as well as faculty at the Broad Institute and Harvard-affiliated hospitals.
As a highly interdisciplinary program, they welcome applicants from a wide range of scientific backgrounds, including fields such as physics, biology, chemistry, mathematics, neuroscience, and biomedical engineering.
The will be Harvard Biophysics Virtual Open House from 5-6 pm EST on Tuesday, October 28, 2025, where members of the Harvard Biophysics administration and current students will be available to answer questions about the program and the application process. Students can use this form to register: https://forms.gle/
Applications are due December 1, 2025, and more information on applications can be found on our Website. For candidates for whom the application fee would represent an obstacle, Fee Waivers are also available.
