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We are currently preparing information for students entering BGS for Fall 2026.  Please be sure to check back for updates.

We are excited to welcome you to the BGS community at Penn! 
2025 Orientation Agenda and Details

 

Other Fall Semester Information and Resources

New Student Checklist

2025 BGS-Wide Orientation Activities

2025-26 Mini Talks of BGS Faculty Accepting Rotations

Expectations of Students in Biomedical Graduate Studies

BGS Student Door Access Information

New Graduate Student Orientation Hub

International Graduate and Professional Student Orientation

Graduate Student Center New Student Events Calendar

Campus and City Tours

BGS Contact Sheet

Safety Tips (Division of Safety Top 10 List)

 

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Important Dates & Deadlines:

  • June 1 - July Matriculants Lab Selection Deadline
  • July  1 - 2026-2027 Insurance Sign-Up Begins
  • July 1 - Immunizations Due
  • August 10 - BGS Orientation Activities Begin (Mandatory)
  • August 11 - BIOM 6000 Prep Workshop Activities Begin (Optional)
  • August 13 - BIOM 6000 Prep Workshop (Optional)
  • August 18 - BIOM 6000 Prep Workshop (Optional)
  • August 20 - BIOM 6000 Prep Workshop (Optional)
  • August 25 - University Courses begin
  • August 31 - 2026-2027 Insurance Sign-Up Ends
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