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Education is at the very core of City of Hope, as decreed in our mission statement:  "City of Hope, an innovative biomedical research, treatment and educational institution..."


Center for Graduate and
Professional Studies



The Center for Graduate and Professional Studies is the academic home for a range of educational programs serving students, postdoctoral trainees, medical professionals, and staff members at City of Hope.  The Center’s mission is to deliver high-quality, multi-disciplinary education and research training to scientists and clinicians throughout the career continuum.

Graduate School of Biological Sciences
Our interdisciplinary program awards the Ph.D.degree in basic and translational research.  Details and links to the online application can be found here. 

Clinical Research Training Office
The office coordinates comprehensive curricula for trainees in a variety of clinical research biomedical programs; educating students, residents, fellows, and faculty in clinical trials and translational research.

Postdoctoral Studies Office
The purpose of the office is to provide career and professional training for postdoctoral Research Fellows and act as liaison between fellows and the institute's faculty and administration. It is also a resource for postdoctoral policies and assists faculty with recruitment of postdocs to the institution.

Continuing Medical Education
Conferences, symposia, and on-campus CME opportunities for medical professionals.  Learn more about upcoming conferences, registration, and credits available.

Eugene and Ruth Roberts Summer Student Academy
This is a specialized summer research program for high school and university students interested in research and health science careers.  Details and application materials can be found here.

Graff Library
Online catalog, databases, and description of the services provided at this 12,000 square foot biomedical science library.

City of Hope Archives
Preserves, collects, and manages materials of enduring value documenting the institution's history.

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