Welcome Resources
The graduate school offers a variety of resources for students to get the most out of their academic and research experience. In this page, you will find resources and other useful information to help you navigate the beginning of your graduate journey. If you have additional questions, feel free to reach out to the relevant offices through the contact information below.
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GSBS ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF AND OFFICES
The school’s administrative offices, including but not limited to the Office of the Dean, Student Affairs, Academic Affairs, Career Development, etc., can be found on the 3rd floor of the Mitchell Basic Sciences Research Building (6767 Bertner Ave).
See all administrative staff in the Staff Directory.
General GSBS E-Mail: [email protected]
Office of Academic Affairs: [email protected]
Office of Student Affairs: [email protected]
Office of Admissions: [email protected]
Office of Career Development: [email protected]
Finance Office: [email protected]
Information Technology: [email protected]
Communications: [email protected]GSBS Front Desk Phone: 713-500-9850
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UTHEALTH HOUSTON STUDENT SERVICES AND DEPARTMENTS
Bookmark or favorite the UTHealth Houston Central Student Portal. This site will serve as a guide to help connect you with the most sought-after resources and information on university wide policies:
- Bursar’s Office
- Financial Aid Office
- Office International Affairs (OIA)
- Registrar Office
- Student Life (Auxiliary enterprises) - University Housing, Student Parking, Rec Center, Student Health & Counseling, Shuttle Services, Bookstore, Health Insurance, and much more
- TMC Library
- Veteran Services
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MAPS AND DIRECTIONS
The George and Cynthia Mitchell Basic Sciences Research Building (BSRB/Mitchell Building) is the home of the UT MD Anderson UTHealth Houston Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences at Houston. The building is a part of the large UT MD Anderson campus.
Located at 6767 Bertner Avenue, Houston TX 77030, it is immediately adjacent to (south of) the John P. McGovern Texas Medical Center Commons.The nearest parking location is TMC Garage 15 (The McGovern Commons Garage) at 6550 Bertner Avenue, Houston TX 77030. For information on additional parking please click Texas Medical Center Visitor Parking.
UTHealth Houston Building Addresses and Maps
UT MD Anderson CampusClassrooms
- Onstead Auditorium - BSRB S3.8012; includes The Forum (foyer to Onstead)
- GSBS Administrative Offices
- GSBS Large Classroom - BSRB S3.8371
- GSBS Small Classroom - BSRB S3.8367
- GSBS Computer Lab - BSRB S3.8112
Campus Building Names
1MC: Mid Campus Building One (7007 Bertner)
BSRB: Mitchell Basic Sciences Research Building (6767 Bertner)
CPB: Dan Duncan Building (1155 Pressler)
FCT: Pickens Academic Tower (1400 Pressler)
IMM/SRB: Fayez S. Sarofim Research Bldg/Institute of Molecular Medicine (1825 Pressler)
MSB/MSE: McGovern Medical School Building/Extension (6431 Fannin)
SRB: Smith Research Building (7777 Knight)
SCR & 2SCR: South Campus Research Buildings 1 & 2 (7455 Fannin)
3SCR & 4SCR: South Campus Research Buildings 3 & 4 (1881 East)
UCT: University Center Tower (7000 Fannin)
Zayed: Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan Building (6550 MD Anderson) -
STUDENT AMENITIES
The student coffee bar, located at GSBS reception (BSRB S3.8328), is open from 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
The GSBS Commons, located near the coffee bar, is open 24 hours a day, Monday through Friday, for studying, gathering, and/or drinking coffee.
The Student Computer Lab (BSRB S3.8112) is open and available 24 hours a day with badge access.
The Career Development Library provides career and professional development books for students. Located adjacent to the coffee bar in BSRB, students can check out books on various career fields, job searches, leadership, communication, and a variety of professional development topics.
A kitchenette is available for student use on the 4th floor of Clinical Research Building (CRB/Tan Zone). Take elevator J or the NN stairs to the 4th floor and walk across the skybridge.
Other UTHealth Houston amenities available to students, such as the recreation center, dining services, bookstores, etc., can be found at UTHealth Houston Central Student Portal.
The Houston Academy of Medicine – Texas Medical Center Library (HAM/ TMC Library) is located in the Jesse H. Jones Library Building on John Freeman Blvd (near the Medical School Building).
UT MD Anderson Research Medical Library is located in Pickens Academic Tower at UT MD Anderson.
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PARKING/SHUTTLE/HOUSING
Parking and Transportation
Parking across the Texas Medical Center (TMC) can be a bit tricky and confusing; we encourage students to review information and guidance on utilizing the shuttle services available and when considering parking options. Shuttle services are available to students and employees to facilitate transporting from one building to another within the TMC.
Information on TMC, UT MD Anderson, and UTHealth Houston Parking and shuttle services as well as Metro City bus and light rail routes can be found can be found in the Student Life page.
Graduate School student ID badges feature a dual logo and give students access to shuttles at both institutions. Shuttles operate Monday-Friday.
University Housing
UTHealth Houston University Housing is available for students within the TMC.
A GSBS Housing Survey is disseminated to all students once a year to provide further guidance and information on assisting incoming and current students with additional housing options. Results of the survey can be found on our Student Life page.
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STUDENT SUPPORT AND SERVICES
Student Groups
At the Graduate School, Student Groups aim to enrich the overall learning experience. They provide opportunities for leadership development, collaboration, and engagement beyond the classroom, empowering students to take initiative and make meaningful contributions to our campus and community.
Graduate Student Association (GSA)
Association of Minority Biomedical Researchers (AMBR)
Association of Science Communication (ASC)
Community Outreach (Outreach)
First-Generation Student Group (First-Gen)
International Student Association (ISA)
LGBTQ+ Student Alliance (LGBTQ+ SA)Student Support And Services
The Graduate School is committed to supporting the health and wellbeing of our students. Student Health & Counseling; Employee Assistance Programs (EAP) and Ombuds Offices are available.
For more information, visit Student Support Services.
Career Development
The Office of Career Development is devoted to students’ current and future success. Services include career advising, career planning using the individual development plan (IDP), internship navigation and integration into students’ educational experience, and assistance with job readiness tools (i.e. CV/resume, LinkedIn profiles). The office also offers career development workshops and seminars throughout the year.
Contact: [email protected]
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FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES
GSBS Funding Opportunities
Awards
Competitive awards totaling nearly $1.5 million in support are given out each year through generous philanthropic support from the community.
Each year, the Graduate School provides funding to help students defray the costs of attending scientific meetings and off-site scientific courses through travel awards. Students participating in career development activities like the IDP are eligible for additional funds.
Fellowships and Scholarships
Provided through philanthropic gifts, fellowships provide full stipend support for one to three years. Scholarships are typically cash awards given directly to students.
External Fellowships
The Office of Career Development also provides fellowship navigation services to support students in pursuing external fellowship opportunities offered by state and national organizations. These fellowships can provide funding for tuition, stipends, and research-related expenses. Services include feedback on application materials, curated resources to help students identify and prepare competitive applications, and guidance through the application process. The office also offers seminars and workshops on fellowship preparation, as well as a proposal development course each semester focused on National Institutes of Health (NIH) fellowship applications. For Graduate School and External Funding, visit the Awards and Funding page.
Contact: [email protected]
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CAMPUS SAFETY
UTHealth Houston Emergency Communications
UTHealth Houston will send an email to your UTHealth Houston e-mail in the event of severe weather that may impact campus operations. You can also check if the campus is open and operating through the UThealth Houston Emergency Communications page.
See myUTH instructions for enrolling your phone number in the UTHealth Houston ALERT system.
UT Police
The University of Texas Police strives to ensure safety and security of the University of Texas campuses in the Texas Medical Center. UT Police offers classes on campus safety to promote awareness and minimize risks.
It is recommended that all students, faculty, and staff save the UT Police phone number: 713-792-2890
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STAY CONNECTED/ADDITIONAL HELPFUL LINKS
UTHealth Student App
This app allows you to access your class schedule, grades, financial aid, and payment plans while on the go. It is available on both the Apple App Store and the Google Play Store.
The GSBS Essential Newsletter
The Essential is a weekly e-newsletter sent to faculty, students, and staff to share news, events, and other important information. It is important you read through the newsletter to stay informed about the Graduate School community.
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