The UF Graduate School requires a recognized baccalaureate, graduate or professional degree from a regionally accredited U.S. institution or a comparable degree from an international institution and, for applicants with a bachelor’s degree only, a minimum grade point average of 3.0 (US system), calculated from all grades and credits. For applicants from countries (including Puerto Rico) where English is not the official language, a minimum score on one of these English Language Skills tests: Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL): 550 paper, or 80 Internet; International English Language Testing System (IELTS): While the above outlines the minimum admission requirements, acceptance into the BME program is highly competitive. Acceptance is based on several factors, including coursework, GPA, letters of recommendation, research interests, and potential for a faculty match (for PhD applicants).