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The Biological & Biomedical Sciences Program (BBSP) at UNC Chapel Hill is an umbrella application and first-year training program for bioscience PhD students. With just 1 application BBSP students have access to over 350 research faculty affiliated with 14 different PhD programs across UNC’s campus. The BBSP provides individualized advising, a community, and professional skills training during the first year to establish a solid foundation of skills. The PhD programs selected by BBSP students at the end of their first year provide comprehensive scientific training at the highest level. UNC also offers an extensive suite of professional development programming aimed at preparing the next generation of scientific leaders. We welcome applicants from a diverse set of educational backgrounds and professional pathways to consider UNC for graduate training.