Research and Advanced Studies

Office of Research and Advanced Studies at Tuskegee University College of Veterinary Medicine (TUCVM) promotes and supports a diverse and collaborative learning environment, which values quality education and research.

We offer the following advanced degrees: 

• PhD Interdisciplinary Pathobiology
• PhD  Integrative Biosciences
• Master of Veterinary Science (thesis)
• Master of Veterinary Science (non-thesis)
• Master of Public Health

TUCVM -Grauate Program-Supplemental Manual

NOTE: All applications to TUCVM graduate programs are submitted throughout the TU Graduate School.

A limited number of scholarships (tuition & stipend) are available to deserving students.  Veterinary students can pursue dual degree programs such as DVM/MPH, DVM/MS, and DVM/PhD.  Click on any graduate program to view more details including application requirements, curriculum, etc.

Graduate faculty members in the TUCVM have research expertise in the following areas:  infectious diseases, cancer, obesity, regulation of food intake, food safety, computational epidemiology, environmental toxicology, pharmacology, immunology, embryology, renal disease, etc.

The Center for Food Animal Health, Food Safety,  & Food Defense (CFAFSD) provides opportunities for selected graduate students and veterinary students to engage in various aspects of food animal health and food safety.

Please browse our website for detailed information and requirements for acceptance into TUCVM graduate programs.  

Tuskegee Veterinary Scholars Program (TVSP)

Tuskegee University College of Veterinary Medicine (TUCVM) offers a structured Summer Research Program to first, second, and possibly third-year veterinary students. This program is known as The Tuskegee Veterinary Scholars Program or TVSP. This program aims to introduce students to high-quality biomedical research to help them explore it as a possible career opportunity for them following their graduation from the veterinary program. This program comprises 3 sub-programs each funded independently by The Human Health Services Centers of Excellence Grant (HHS-COE), The National Institutes of Health T35 Grant (NIH-T35), or The Boehringer Ingelheim Veterinary Scholar Program (BI-VSP).

Tuskegee University College of Veterinary Medicine is committed to making this research experience a professionally enriching opportunity for all participants.

LEARN ABOUT EACH SUB-PROGRAM

• HHS-COE: Health & Human Services - Center of Excellence
• NIH-T35: National Institute of Health - T35

BI-VSP : Boehringer-Ingelheim Veterinary Scholars Program

Boehringer-Ingelheim Veterinary Scholarship Program (BIVSP) 2023

Boehringer-Ingelheim Veterinary Scholarship Program (BIVSP) 2020

Boehringer-Ingelheim Veterinary Scholarship Program (BIVSP) 2018

• TVSP Research Mentors and Research Interest
• MSU - CVM Mentor Research Description

SUMMER RESEARCH Gallery

Additional Opportunities

• USDA APHIS Veterinary Fellowship Program

RAS Faculty & Staff

Graduate Students Frequently Asked Questions

What research opportunities are available in the TUCVM?
Graduate faculty members in the TUCVM have research expertise in the following areas: infectious diseases, cancer, obesity, regulation of food intake, food safety, computational epidemiology, environmental toxicology, pharmacology, immunology, embryology, renal disease, and embryo transfer technology.
Does the office of the ADRAS assign students to research faculty?
No. During the first semester, the ADRAS is your temporary advisor. Students are responsible for finding a research faculty based on the students’ research interest.
How do I find a mentor for my summer research or for my graduate thesis?
Research faculty profiles can be viewed by clicking the link listed below:
Adras-facultystaff

Can I switch between Thesis and Non-thesis Options for my Master’s in Veterinary
Science?
There is a limited amount of Non-thesis slots. The ADRAS will decide if there are available slots to change to the Non-thesis option.
When are the deadlines for registration, to drop or add a course, to apply for candidacy,
or to apply for graduation?
The university and graduate student deadlines can be found on the academic calendar and the Graduate Studies Research website by clicking the links listed below:
https://www.tuskegee.edu/programs-courses/academic-calendar

https://www.tuskegee.edu/graduate-school
How many Credits am I allowed to transfer from another School or from my undergrad?
Nine transfer credits are allowed. Transfer credits must be decided by the ADRAS and approved by the Dean of Graduate Studies.
How do I know which courses to register for? How do I know if the courses are offered
this semester?
The program curriculum lists the courses. The courses offered for each semester is listed on Tigerweb registration section.
Who is responsible for registering, adding and dropping courses?
Each student is responsible for identifying the courses for the semester, communicating the professor/s who teach the course, and for registering. The ADRAS office will assist students with registering for the selected courses.