Student Voices: Allison Judge, a student in the Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences at Baylor College of Medicine, shares her BCM experience. Scroll down to hear from more students about why they chose BCM and what you can expect.
Student Voices: Matthew Cooke, a student in the Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences, shares his Baylor College of Medicine experience.
Life Beyond the Lab
We recognize that all your interests and commitments – whether raising a family, honing musical or artistic talents, competing in sports, or leading community service initiatives – not only make you a better human being; they make you a better scientist.
There is no getting around the fact that earning a Ph.D. is a huge commitment, but you will still have time and opportunity to develop the other aspects that make you who you are.
Health and Wellness
Maintaining your physical and mental health is critical to your success as a student and throughout the rest of your life. Our on-campus gym, physical and mental wellness programs support you throughout your time at BCM.
The city of Houston boasts the highest total acreage of park land among the nation’s ten most populous cities. Outdoor recreational spots include 350 parks; 95 miles of nature, hiking and bike trails; three state parks nearby; and water recreation within a short drive at the Galveston beaches, Clear Lake, Lake Conroe and Lake Livingston.
"The most surprising thing to me about Baylor has been how healthy the environment is. I'm naturally a workaholic. My PI has really been encouraging me to get out of the lab and take care of myself. It has been really great for keeping my stress at healthy levels."
Student Groups
The Graduate Student Council serves as a medium between the students and the graduate school administrative. They organize social activities, charity events, and volunteering opportunities for students.
BCM also has a wide selection of organizations for students to network and socialize with others who share their interests.
"My mom told me I need to work for the tourist office of Houston because I try to convince everyone to move here. I couldn't imagine going back to live somewhere without the diversity of restaurants, events and activities now that I have become accustomed to living in a community with such a rich variety of cultures. Other cities may offer as much to do as Houston, but the extremely low cost of living here means that you can actually take advantage of everything the city has to offer as a graduate student."
Diversity and Inclusion
BCM is committed to recruiting and retaining outstanding students, trainees, faculty and staff from diverse backgrounds by providing a welcoming, supportive learning environment for all members of the Baylor community. The Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences diversity programs supports this commitment. Learn more.
The Association for Graduate Student Diversity (AGSD) is a student-run organization committed to the development of professional scientists from all cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds.
"Before I started graduate school I did not think much about diversity in an academic setting. At BCM I'm surrounded by students from many different countries and backgrounds. The diversity here has improved my communications skills, my ability to work in teams and my ability to problem solve. I think it has just made me a better all-around person."
Students with Disabilities
BCM is committed to providing equal educational access for qualified students with disabilities in accordance with state and federal laws. Student Disability Services provides students with disabilities access to needed resources so that all students are afforded every opportunity to do their best work.
Housing and More
Looking for resources for housing, transportation or entertainment in and around Houston?
Student Success Resources
Baylor College of Medicine provides academic and support services to promote academic excellence, health and wellness and student engagement. View all student services.
"Everyone is going to see the same problem a little bit differently depending on where they grew up, their religion or other factors. Hearing all these different views helps you get out your own box and think differently."
Student Voices
Several students in the Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences at Baylor College of Medicine, share their BCM experience. View their videos below:
Student Voices: Amanda Minogue
Student Voices: Julia Wang
Student Voices: Rachel Curry
Student Voices: Grace Adeniyi-Ipdeola
Student Voices: Elizabeth Bowling
Student Voices: Marissa Scavuzzo
Student Voices: Wanderson Rezende
Student Voices: Brittany Barreto
Student Voices: Andrew Lopez
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Student Voices: Maran Sprouse
Student Voices: Kassie Manning
Student Voices: Greg Call
Student Voices: Vicki Mercado-Evans
Student Voices: Mark Tanner
Student Corner: Jaime Reyes
Student Corner features Jaime Reyes in the Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences. Learn more about his passion for science and why he chose Baylor College of Medicine.
Serving Our Communities
Graduate students joined with peers from the School of Medicine and School of Health Professions to take part in the 22 Pushup Challenge, which aims to raise awareness of the 22 veterans that commit suicide each day. This is one example of the many ways in which students, faculty and staff join together to support our local and national communities.
