Admissions

A bachelor's degree (BA or BS) from an accredited institution with a grade-point average (GPA) of 3.0 or higher is required for this program. Those with a lower GPA but outstanding accomplishments in their career to date will be considered. Although we anticipate most competitive applicants will have a degree in a biomedical field or other quantitative discipline, we will consider applicants with any BA or BS degree.

Two letters must be submitted from individuals who have supervised the applicant's academic work or job performance. These letters must be written on letterhead and should be emailed directly to [email protected] by the person writing the letter.

Official transcripts can be uploaded through the application portal or sent directly from the institution to the graduate program office at [email protected].

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The essay must be under 500 words in 12-point Times New Roman font and address the following questions:  

• Describe your research background and experience.  

• Why are you interested in translational immunology research, and what area is of particular interest to you? (autoimmunity, transplant, cancer, infection, therapy or if other, please state)  

• What are your long-term goals, and how would the TrIMS Program help you achieve them?

You will be able to submit this document in the Maestro portal after completing your online application.

Fill out an application at http://Cedars-Sinai.maestrosis.com.  There is a $55 fee to apply.  Application fee is waived for Cedars-Sinai employees who choose to apply.

At least one year of laboratory experience outside of college courses is strongly encouraged but not required.  

You will upload the resume or CV in the Maestro portal.

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The GRE is not required for this program.

At this time, we cannot offer F1 student visas for this program. If you have questions about eligibility, please reach out to us at [email protected].

This program will be hybrid. Some courses will be in person, while others will have mostly virtual lectures. A personal computer is required with the following hardware:

• Webcam  

• Microphone and speakers  

Students should also be aware of the following requirements:  

• Microsoft Office and a web browser installed on their computer  

• Reliable, high-speed internet access  

• A quiet location to attend classes  

• Basic computer and internet skills (e.g., manage files, install software, use a web browser, receive and send emails, use basic functions in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint)

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The TrIMS program has a $55 application fee, which is waived for Cedars-Sinai internal applicants. A one-time fee waiver is available for those who have participated in eligible public service programs for at least a year. Submit a letter from your program coordinator to [email protected] before applying online. If you haven't participated but face economic hardship, contact the graduate program office for a fee waiver application.

To check the status of your application, log in to the Maestro application portal using the credentials provided at the time of submission. You can access the portal here: https://Cedars-Sinai.maestrosis.com/login. Once you have logged in, navigate to the application status section to find real-time updates regarding your application progress. If you have any questions or need further assistance, reach out to us at [email protected] and we will be happy to help you.

Official transcripts from every college or university attended can be uploaded through the application portal or sent directly from the institution to the graduate program office at [email protected].

We do not require the GRE or any other standardized test.

To apply for the Master of Science in Translational Immunology (TrIMS) program at Cedars-Sinai, submit the online application along with a $55 fee. You'll need to provide a personal statement, resume or CV, and official transcripts. A minimum of two letters of recommendation from individuals who supervised your academic or job performance are required. GRE scores are optional but can strengthen your application. Make sure that documents are emailed to [email protected]. Applications are evaluated holistically, focusing on leadership potential and academic achievements.

The application deadline was January 30, 2026.