MD/PhD Handbook, Learning Plan (Sample)
Graduate Resource Center Workshops: Calendar
Workshops on a variety of topics for graduate students including; Wellness, Reading Skills and Strategies, Financial Literacy, Time Management, and more.
Please see the BSGP Resources page for additional forms and information.
A total of 48 credits hours plus 18 dissertation hours and good standing throughout the SOM curriculum is required for the MD/PhD degree. The only change from the MD curriculum takes place during the summer of the first academic year. In place of the Practical Immersion Experience (PIE) the MD/PhD students take laboratory research rotations. In addition to the MD degree curriculum the MD/PhD students are required to take the following courses in the BSGP:
| Course | Title | Credits |
| BIOM 501 | Fundamentals for Graduate Research | 1 |
| BIOM 505 | ST: Biostatistics Method I | 2 |
| BIOM 507 | Advanced Molecular Biology | 4 |
| BIOM 508 | Advanced Cellular Biology | 4 |
| BIOM 525 | Cell and Molecular Basis of Disease Journal Club (2 semesters, year 1) | 4 |
| BIOM 530 | Cell and Molecular Basis of Disease Seminar (1 semester) | 1 |
| BIOM 555 | Problem Based Research Bioethics | 1 |
| Lab Rotations | Complete at least 2 lab rotations | 0 |
MD/PhD students must also take 3 credit hours from the courses listed below.
| Course | Title | Credits |
| BIOM 505 | ST: Biostatistics Method II | 3 |
| BIOM 509 | Principles of Neurobiology | 3 |
| BIOM 510 | Physiology | 3 |
| BIOM 514 | Immunobiology | 3 |
| BIOM 515 | Cancer Biology | 3 |
| PHRM 576 | Molecular and Cellular Pharmacology | 3 |
MD/PhD Learning Plan (sample)
Resources available to students through the Student Health and Counseling Office:
SOM Office of Professional Well-being: Psychologist services. Text, call, or email
If you have questions or concerns about obtaining financial assistance, please reach out to our SOM Financial Aid Manager, Leslie Murphy, for information.
The paper application of the FAFSA is specific to students only seeking state aid and/or are considered under the Consideration of Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) Act. If your paper application was denied as you are eligible to apply for Federal Aid via the online FAFSA. General eligibility requirements include that you have financial need, are a U.S. citizen or eligible noncitizen, and are enrolled in an eligible degree or certificate program at your college or career school.
Please complete a FAFSA online here using the year you are requesting aid. Our federal school code is 002663. General processing time is between 3-5 business days for the FAFSA to be received by our system.
SNAP eligibility can be found online here. Eligibility income guidelines can be found here. You may apply online or view the specific reasoning of your application denial of benefits online through the YesNewMexico portal here.
Once you have a FAFSA on file, we can assist you in applying for food stamps through NMHSD via the NM HSD Verification of Student Status, Financial Aid and Budget Form. We ask that, once a FAFSA is on file, you complete the top portion of the form and email it to the SOM Financial Aide Office for completion.
Please reach out to a NMHSD field office and inquire about your file with their division. Case workers are available to speak with over the phone and can inform you if you are eligible to reapply, or if an appeal is needed for the denial of your benefits application. You may ask to speak with a supervisor if you are not receiving appropriate guidance.
MD/PhD Handbook, Learning Plan (Sample)
Graduate Resource Center Workshops: Calendar
Workshops on a variety of topics for graduate students including; Wellness, Reading Skills and Strategies, Financial Literacy, Time Management, and more.
Please see the BSGP Resources page for additional forms and information.
A total of 48 credits hours plus 18 dissertation hours and good standing throughout the SOM curriculum is required for the MD/PhD degree. The only change from the MD curriculum takes place during the summer of the first academic year. In place of the Practical Immersion Experience (PIE) the MD/PhD students take laboratory research rotations. In addition to the MD degree curriculum the MD/PhD students are required to take the following courses in the BSGP:
| Course | Title | Credits |
| BIOM 501 | Fundamentals for Graduate Research | 1 |
| BIOM 505 | ST: Biostatistics Method I | 2 |
| BIOM 507 | Advanced Molecular Biology | 4 |
| BIOM 508 | Advanced Cellular Biology | 4 |
| BIOM 525 | Cell and Molecular Basis of Disease Journal Club (2 semesters, year 1) | 4 |
| BIOM 530 | Cell and Molecular Basis of Disease Seminar (1 semester) | 1 |
| BIOM 555 | Problem Based Research Bioethics | 1 |
| Lab Rotations | Complete at least 2 lab rotations | 0 |
MD/PhD students must also take 3 credit hours from the courses listed below.
| Course | Title | Credits |
| BIOM 505 | ST: Biostatistics Method II | 3 |
| BIOM 509 | Principles of Neurobiology | 3 |
| BIOM 510 | Physiology | 3 |
| BIOM 514 | Immunobiology | 3 |
| BIOM 515 | Cancer Biology | 3 |
| PHRM 576 | Molecular and Cellular Pharmacology | 3 |
MD/PhD Learning Plan (sample)
Resources available to students through the Student Health and Counseling Office:
SOM Office of Professional Well-being: Psychologist services. Text, call, or email
If you have questions or concerns about obtaining financial assistance, please reach out to our SOM Financial Aid Manager, Leslie Murphy, for information.
The paper application of the FAFSA is specific to students only seeking state aid and/or are considered under the Consideration of Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) Act. If your paper application was denied as you are eligible to apply for Federal Aid via the online FAFSA. General eligibility requirements include that you have financial need, are a U.S. citizen or eligible noncitizen, and are enrolled in an eligible degree or certificate program at your college or career school.
Please complete a FAFSA online here using the year you are requesting aid. Our federal school code is 002663. General processing time is between 3-5 business days for the FAFSA to be received by our system.
SNAP eligibility can be found online here. Eligibility income guidelines can be found here. You may apply online or view the specific reasoning of your application denial of benefits online through the YesNewMexico portal here.
Once you have a FAFSA on file, we can assist you in applying for food stamps through NMHSD via the NM HSD Verification of Student Status, Financial Aid and Budget Form. We ask that, once a FAFSA is on file, you complete the top portion of the form and email it to the SOM Financial Aide Office for completion.
Please reach out to a NMHSD field office and inquire about your file with their division. Case workers are available to speak with over the phone and can inform you if you are eligible to reapply, or if an appeal is needed for the denial of your benefits application. You may ask to speak with a supervisor if you are not receiving appropriate guidance.
Mailing Address
School of Medicine Research Education Office
MSC08-4560
1 University of New Mexico
Albuquerque, NM 87131
Phone: (505) 272-1887
Fax: (505) 272-8738
Email: SOMREO@salud.unm.edu
Physical Location:
UNM Health Sciences Center (North Campus)
Reginald Heber Fitz Hall (Building 211)
Room B61