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Keck Graduate Institute

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Keck Graduate Institute (KGI), a member of the prestigious Claremont Colleges, specializes in biotech, life sciences, and healthcare. Ranked #3 for Best Master’s Programs (Intelligent.com, 2025), KGI offers rigorous academics, hands-on experience, and industry connections.

Designed to develop solutions for the 21st century, Keck Graduate Institute specializes in biotech, life science research, and healthcare, educating the next generation of ethical, innovative leaders who heal and uplift local communities and beyond. A member of the prestigious Claremont Colleges, KGI combines rigorous academics, hands-on experiences, and industry connections with a culture steeped in diversity and collaboration. At KGI, the focus isn’t on test scores and grades – it is about gaining the skills and experience necessary to elevate excellence in your chosen career field. KGI has three schools – the Henry E. Riggs School of Applied Life Sciences, the School of Health Sciences, and the School of Pharmacy. Ranked the #3 Best Master’s Programs in the nation by Intelligent.com for 2025, our programs are designed to equip students with the skills, knowledge, and real-world experience needed to tackle the most pressing challenges facing society today. From developing new drugs and therapies to improving public health and healthcare delivery, KGI students learn from experienced faculty and industry professionals as well as internships and research projects. What sets KGI apart is our emphasis on success being a team effort. We work hard to attract and retain top-notch faculty and researchers who are passionate about their fields and dedicated to enhancing the student experience. Our state-of-the-art facilities and resources provide students with every advantage they need to succeed, from advanced equipment and technology to world-class libraries and research centers. Whether you're interested in pursuing a career in pharmaceuticals, genetic counseling, or healthcare management, we have a program that can help you achieve your goals and the support you need to not only succeed but lead.

At Keck Graduate Institute, we are driven by a mission to transform the healthcare landscape through pioneering, hands-on education.

Driven by passion and guided by creativity, we establish new pathways in biotechnology and healthcare. With a culture steeped in diversity and collaboration, we're committed to excellence in forging leaders who can translate groundbreaking concepts into real-world solutions. At KGI, education goes beyond teaching; we spark transformative impact and:

  • Help transform healthcare at every level, from initial idea through production to delivery and into the lives of those around us.
  • Develop tomorrow’s leaders within biotechnology and healthcare
  • Provide a quality education that is unlike any other and drives real-world experiences
  • Promote curiosity, critical thinking, and passion within everything we do
  • Educate passionate individuals who want to make an impact within their communities

Our Vision

Designed to develop solutions for the 21st century, we will be the preeminent graduate university in applied life sciences and healthcare empowering the next generation of ethical innovative leaders who heal and uplift global communities.

Our Core Values

Our core values are what we believe and are the reasons why we do what we do at KGI.

  • Transformation: Changing students’ lives, biotech and healthcare
  • Passion and leadership: A desire to create a lasting impact in our communities and the world
  • Creativity and curiosity: Thinking about problems and solutions differently
  • Connection: To create lasting impact, connections with our community of producers, developers, and researchers
  • Diversity: Among thoughts, ideas, people, communities, and learning
  • Collaboration: We are committed to bringing people together to solve real-world problems

Who Can Apply

Graduate Degree-Seekers

  • have earned an acceptable bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited school, or
  • will have earned an acceptable bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited school by the term you are applying for before enrolling.

Working Adults

If you're a working professional and want to enhance your career with a degree or certificate, consider our Professional and Continuing Education programs specifically designed for working professionals.

Preparation Programs

Summer preparation programs

  • Application Boot Camp
  • Bioprocessing Summer Undergraduate Internship Training and Education
  • Clinical Genetics and Bioinformatics Summer Program
  • High School Summer STEM
  • Medical Device Development Bootcamp
  • PA Summer Success Program
  • Pre-Occupational Therapy Program
  • Pre-Pharmacy Enrichment Program
  • Summer Speaker Series
  • Summer Undergraduate Research Experience
  • Super Heroes of STEM
  • Undergraduate Summer Science Courses
  • Managing Science in Biotech for Postdocs

What You’ll Need

For most of our programs, you will need several materials to complete your application. Depending on the program you are applying to, here are some common items we ask for:

  • Transcripts from your undergraduate school(s)
  • Letters of recommendation
  • A resume or CV
  • A personal statement and/or statement of purpose

Individual programs may have different requirements. Be sure to review the page for the program you are interested in to learn about its requirements.

Financing Your Studies

We know that pursuing a graduate degree is an exciting but significant investment in your future. At Keck Graduate Institute, our goal is to provide you with a comprehensive and transparent understanding of the cost of attendance so you can make an informed decision.

We understand that financial concerns can be daunting, which is why we strive to make the process as straightforward as possible. Let us walk you through our cost of attendance information.

Tuition and Fees

As a graduate student at KGI, tuition and fees vary depending on the program you're interested in. Our website lists the cost breakdown by program so that you can estimate your expenses. Don't forget to budget for expenses like books and housing.

Financial Aid and Scholarships

We are committed to making your education affordable, and there are several ways to fund your studies. KGI offers a variety of financial aid options, such as merit-based scholarships, need-based grants, and student loans. Our financial aid office can assist you in navigating the financial aid process, and we encourage you to apply early to ensure you receive the maximum amount of aid possible.

Work-Study

KGI also offers work-study opportunities where you can gain work experience while earning money to help offset the cost of tuition.

Unexpected Expenses

As a KGI student, we understand that you may have unexpected expenses that go beyond basic tuition and fees. That's why we offer several allowable expenses that can be approved as additions to your student budget. To request an increase in your budget, please contact the KGI Financial Aid Office and request a Budget Increase Form.

Adjustments to the budget based on these expenses will be made once per academic year and will be funded through loan disbursements.

Here are the allowable expenses that may be approved as additions to your basic student budget:

  • Increased books and supplies
  • Dependent Care (child or elder care)
  • Computer Purchase (One-time expense)
  • Costs associated with a student's disability
  • Unexpected medical/dental expenses for students not covered by insurance
  • Major Auto Repairs

Discover the Power of a KGI Education: Why Choose Us?

At Keck Graduate Institute, we believe that education is more than just a degree. It's about nurturing passions, developing brilliant ideas, and driving innovation in healthcare, biotech, and life sciences. Our unique combination of rigorous academics, hands-on experiences, and industry connections has made KGI a top choice for aspiring leaders in these fields.

Your Future at KGI

KGI’s programs are designed to provide students with specialized and practical knowledge that is essential for success in today's rapidly changing industries. Here, you'll learn from experienced faculty and industry professionals, gain real-world experience through internships and research projects, and develop the skills and expertise you need to make a difference in your field.

Our Innovative Programs

KGI offers a wide range of programs that cover various aspects of healthcare, biotech, and life sciences. Whether you're interested in pursuing a career in pharmaceuticals, genetic counseling, or healthcare management, we have a program that can help you achieve your goals. Our programs integrate cutting-edge technology, research, and real-world experience to provide students with unique insights and skills.

Why KGI Stands Apart

At KGI, we believe that success is a team effort. We work hard to attract and retain top-notch faculty and researchers who are passionate about their fields and dedicated to enhancing the student experience. Our state-of-the-art facilities and resources provide students with every advantage they need to succeed, from advanced equipment and technology to world-class libraries and research centers.

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    535 Watson Drive Claremont, CA 91711, 91711, California City

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