Biomedical Sciences Degree-Granting Programs
FAQs—Click on a question to see the answer. Stipends and BenefitsWhat is the current stipend for graduate students?The annual stipend is currently $21,514, which is paid on a biweekly basis. How does this stipend compare to stipends at other graduate schools?Our students generally find it very easy to live on their stipends because the cost of living in Syracuse is very low compared to many other cities. For example, you would need to earn $47,853 in New York City, $28,269 in Boston, or $26,545 in Philadelphia to equal our stipend of $21,514 in Syracuse. What health care benefits are provided to graduate students?If receiving a graduate student stipend, you are eligible for the Graduate Student Employee Health Insurance Program. The cost for the plan is approximately $6.00 biweekly for enrollee, $52.00 biweekly for family, and is deducted from the stipend check. The health plan includes dental and vision care benefits. Is the stipend considered taxable income?According to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), stipends are taxable. Is on-campus parking available?Parking is available, at a fee (~$15/month), to all Upstate students, although it may be several blocks from campus. Shuttle buses, which run approximately every 15 minutes, are available to carry students and employees between the parking lots and campus. |
Steven Goodman, PhD, Dean, SUNY Upstate Medical University has a strong base of scientific researchers and a relevant clinical setting which provides students with an excellent environment to learn and grow. More>  
Steven L. Youngentob, PhD, Associate Dean, |