Student Resources

Tumor Biology students have access to all the Biomedical Graduate Education student resources. Resources include one-on-one career coaching, professional memberships, mentorship programs, seminars, academic assistance, and many other resources to enrich your academic experience.

This program follows the academic rules and guidelines established in the Graduate School Bulletin.

New Students

From accepting your offer through orientation, get started in the Biotechnology program. You can also review your student finances.

Academics

Register for classes, check forms and deadlines, and find services such as the Academic Resource Center.

Department Forms

Find forms for the M.S. and Ph.D. programs, and other academic forms.

Ph.D. Student Seminars

View the schedule of Tumor Biology doctoral student seminars.

Dahlgren Memorial Library

Access articles, books, databases and more.

Graduation & Commencement

Complete your studies and celebrate with your graduating class. Visit the Graduating Student Checklist for instructions.

Career Services

Schedule an advising appointment, polish your resume, or browse job opportunities.

Community

Outside of the classroom, connect with your peers and enjoy Georgetown’s campus and Washington, D.C.

Health & Wellness

Take care of your physical, mental and spiritual health during your studies. Crisis support is also available.


Announcements

With a New ‘Map’ of Cells, Georgetown Cancer Researchers Chart a Course to More Effective Treatment

Faculty and students led by Professor Anton Wellstein are working to expand the capabilities of liquid biopsy – the examination of cancer DNA in the bloodstream. Their findings could help clinicians to diagnose and monitor cancer through simple blood tests rather than time-consuming scans, allowing for more responsive treatment.

January 14, 2025

Announcements, Student Profiles

Sidharth Jain Combines Discovery and Care on TBIO M.D./Ph.D. Path

Sidharth Jain hopes that his experience at the lab bench and the bedside will help him to be an insightful researcher and compassionate clinician. As part of a melanoma research group, he is already working to make a difference in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer.

January 13, 2025

Bryan Weselman stands with fellow BellRinger riders. Photo by Nina Shelton. Courtesy of Bryan Weselman.

Announcements

Months After Chemotherapy, M.D./Ph.D. Student Bikes 50 Miles for Cancer Research

A year and a half into medical school at Georgetown, Bryan Weselman was diagnosed with cancer. Now, he’s researching cancer to improve treatment for other patients.

December 2, 2024


Tumor Biology in Photos

Follow our students’ adventures and accomplishments in our program gallery.

Tumor Biology Photo Gallery