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• Ranked #3 in U.S. for Health Science & Engineering Schools,

• Ranked #85 among Best Graduate Schools by U.S. News

 

Keck Graduate Institute (KGI) is a private graduate institution founded in 1997. Located in Claremont, California, KGI is part of the prestigious Claremont Colleges consortium. The campus offers a close-knit, interdisciplinary environment focused on biosciences, healthcare, pharmacy, genetics, and applied life sciences. The institute uses a semester-based academic calendar and maintains a graduate-only enrollment of approximately 600 students.

KGI was established with the vision of bridging the gap between life sciences and industry. The institute is widely recognized for its career-focused programs that integrate business, science, and engineering. Its School of Pharmacy and Health Sciences, Henry E. Riggs School of Applied Life Sciences, and the School of Medicine offer cutting-edge academic training and real-world exposure. KGI's rankings reflect its unique niche, preparing students for roles in biotech, pharma, and healthcare industries through an innovative educational model.

KGI students benefit from a prime Southern California location, with strong ties to global biotech and healthcare firms. The institute’s Team Master’s Project (TMP) and internships provide hands-on experience with companies like Amgen, Genentech, Gilead Sciences, Edwards Lifesciences, and Johnson & Johnson. Many programs also include certifications and regulatory training, preparing students for immediate impact in industry or clinical settings.

Beyond academics, KGI offers a collaborative student life experience with clubs focused on entrepreneurship, diversity in STEM, healthcare innovation, and community outreach. KGI is known for fostering a tight-knit, interdisciplinary culture that encourages leadership and innovation across life sciences.

KGI students have access to industry-standard research labs, molecular simulation suites, and a growing network of startups through the institute’s Innovation Center and Bioprocessing facility. With its career services and alumni network deeply embedded in the life sciences and medtech sectors, graduates often secure roles in biotech, consulting, product management, and regulatory affairs soon after graduation.

At Keck Graduate Institute, education goes beyond the classroom. It’s a hub of innovation, collaboration, and purpose-driven problem solving. If you’re passionate about applying science to solve real-world problems and shaping the future of healthcare and biotechnology—KGI is where your journey begins.

KGI’s bold vision of interdisciplinary, industry-connected graduate education is reshaping the future of the life sciences industry and preparing leaders to transform medicine, technology, and business on a global scale.