Our program is an integrated training program that combines medical and graduate education, leading to both the M.D. and Ph.D. degrees.
Ph.D. training can be pursued across a wide range of disciplines through UC Davis graduate programs.
Physician-Scientist Pathways
M.D./Ph.D. Program
An integrated dual-degree pathway designed for students pursuing careers as physician-scientists and academic leaders.
Physician-Scientist Pathways
M.D./Ph.D. Program
M.D./Ph.D. Dual Degree
About Our Program
The UC Davis M.D./Ph.D. Program is an integrated dual-degree pathway designed for students pursuing careers as physician-scientists and academic leaders. Students complete both medical training and advanced research, preparing for careers that combine patient care with scientific discovery.
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Dual-Degree Training
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Funding Support
M.D./Ph.D. students receive full financial support during their four years of medical school training, including:
- Tuition and fees
- Health insurance
- Annual stipend
Current stipend (2025–2026): $38,000
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Research Opportunities
Explore UC Davis graduate programsBrowse our research centers and programsM.D./Ph.D. students have access to research opportunities across UC Davis, including:
- Schools of Medicine and Veterinary Medicine
- Colleges of Biological Sciences, Engineering, and Agricultural and Environmental Sciences
Students may also train in interdisciplinary research centers such as:
- Cancer Center
- Center for Neuroscience
- Genome Center
- MIND Institute
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Expanding Areas of Study
In addition to biomedical sciences, the program is actively seeking applicants interested in Ph.D. training in:
- Social sciences
- Humanities