Once admitted to the graduate program, the Biochemistry and Molecular Biology department will pay all tuition costs, cover a significant portion of the cost of health and dental benefits, and provide a stipend to cover living expenses.
The graduate student stipend for the academic year 2024-2025 is $34,500. A breakdown of the department's financial contributions can be found below.
| July 1, 2024 - June 30, 2025 | Biochemistry Department Contribution |
|---|---|
| Guaranteed Stipend to Cover Living Expenses | $34,500 |
| Fully Paid Tuition & Mandatory Fee | $12,563 (approximate) |
| Health/Dental Benefits | $5,300 (approximate) |
| Total Compensation | $52,363 |
The stipend is sufficient to insure that students can live comfortably in Iowa City and its surrounding area during their studies. To get a sense of how the typical cost of living in Iowa City compares with other cities click here.
Continued support beyond the first year is guaranteed, provided that progress toward degree completion of the degree requirements is satisfactory. Sources of financial support come from training grants, scholarships, awards, etc. In addition, students are encouraged to apply for fellowships.