Keck Graduate Institute

Name

Keck Graduate Institute

Legal name

Keck Graduate Institute of Applied Life Sciences (dba Keck Graduate Institute)

Website

https://kgi.edu

Company type

Private

Founded year

1997

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Graduate Higher Education in Applied Life Sciences

NAICS

Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (6113)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

STEM-Focused Research Universities (Engineering & Applied Sciences) (EDAHABAB)

Keywords

• Graduate bioscience education
• Applied life sciences
• Biopharmaceutical engineering
• Healthcare professional degrees
• Pharmacy doctoral programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Claremont

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Tuition and Fees: Revenue generated from tuition charges for degree programs including MBS, MS, MBM, MEng, PhD, MSPA, OTD, PharmD, MSGC, and various certificate programs. Annual costs billed per semester with installment payment options available.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Keck Graduate Institute is a nonprofit graduate institution offering master's, doctoral, and certificate programs in applied life sciences, biotechnology, biopharmaceutical engineering, healthcare professions, and pharmaceutical sciences through three schools. Programs are delivered on the Claremont, California campus as part of The Claremont Colleges consortium, with tuition-based enrollment and supplementary research collaborations such as the CRISPR-Chip biosensor and low-dose radiation studies with Los Alamos National Laboratory.

Product overview

Keck Graduate Institute (KGI) is a private nonprofit educational institution offering graduate-level programs in applied life sciences, biotechnology, and healthcare. The institute operates three academic schools: the Henry E. Riggs School of Applied Life Sciences (offering MBS, MBM, MEng, MS, MSBPE, MSMDE, and PhD programs), the School of Health Sciences (offering MSPA, OTD, MSGC, MSGDA, MHA, DMSc/DHSc programs), and the School of Pharmacy (offering PharmD, MSPS, and MSPHS programs). KGI also offers certificate programs (PPA, PPC), partnership programs (Biocon Academy), and summer programs. The institution emphasizes interdisciplinary education combining science, business, and engineering, with a focus on translational research and preparing graduates for careers in the bioscience and healthcare industries.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Project Remission: A national digital film series about Type 2 diabetes remission created by the American College of Lifestyle Medicine, featuring KGI's focus on lifestyle medicine education and community outreach efforts.
• Biocon Academy

Products and services

• Master of Business Science (MBS) A two-year professional master's degree combining a rigorous scientific curriculum with business fundamentals to prepare graduates for bioscience and biotech industry careers.
• Master of Biotechnology Management (MBM) An interdisciplinary degree integrating biotechnology education with business management training for professionals entering the bioscience industry.
• Master of Engineering in Biopharmaceutical Processing (MEng) An engineering degree focused on biopharmaceutical manufacturing processes, preparing graduates for technical and leadership roles in biotech manufacturing.
• Master of Science in Applied Life Sciences (MS) A research-focused master's degree providing advanced scientific training in applied life sciences with opportunities for independent research.
• Master of Science in Biopharmaceutical Process Engineering (MSBPE) A specialized degree combining engineering principles with biopharmaceutical science for careers in biotech process development and manufacturing.
• Master of Science in Medical Device Engineering (MSMDE) A degree program focused on medical device design, development, and engineering, preparing graduates for the medical technology industry.
• Doctor of Philosophy in Applied Life Sciences (PhD) A research doctorate training scholars in applied life sciences through original research leading to a dissertation publication.
• Master of Science in Physician Associate Studies (MSPA) A 28-month professional degree with 84 credit hours of didactic coursework and 40 credit hours of clinical rotations across eight six-week rotations; applications go through CASPA.
• Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD) An entry-level occupational therapy doctoral program of 126.5 credit hours, including 84.5 didactic credits, 24 credits of Level II fieldwork, and 14 credits of doctoral capstone; applications go through OTCAS.
• Master of Science in Human Genetics and Genetic Counseling (MSGC) A 69-credit program (34 didactic, 26 clinical fieldwork, 9 research/capstone) completed in 21 months over five semesters; accredited by ACGC.
• Master of Science in Human Genetics and Genomic Data Analytics (MSGDA) A graduate program combining human genetics with genomic data analytics training for careers in genetic testing and precision medicine.
• Master of Health Administration (MHA) A professional degree preparing students for leadership and administrative roles in healthcare organizations.
• Doctor of Medical Science (DMSc) and Doctor of Health Science (DHSc) Post-professional doctoral programs for healthcare professionals seeking advanced clinical or academic credentials.
• Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) A professional doctoral program preparing graduates for licensure and practice as pharmacists, accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE).
• Master of Science in Pharmaceutical Sciences (MSPS) A graduate research degree focused on pharmaceutical sciences including drug discovery, development, and delivery.
• Master of Science in Population Health Sciences (MSPHS) A graduate program focused on population health analytics, policy, and interventions for public health improvement.
• Postbaccalaureate Pre-Physician Associate Certificate (PPA) A postbaccalaureate certificate preparing students for admission to physician associate/assistant programs.
• Postbaccalaureate Premedical Certificate (PPC) A certificate program for students seeking to complete prerequisite coursework for medical school admission.
• Biocon Academy A collaborative program with Biocon Limited offering industry-focused biotech education; since 2013 it has graduated nearly 900 students with 100% job placement.
• Summer Programs Summer programs including undergraduate science courses and professional development offerings for students at various academic levels.
• MSPA Pathway Mentorship Program A mentorship program supporting students pursuing the Master of Science in Physician Associate Studies.
• Professional & Continuing Education Professional development and continuing education programs for working professionals in life sciences, healthcare, and related fields.

Quantifiable outcome

• 90% of graduates secure full-time employment within 6 months
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers13 records

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• Los Angeles Area Chamber of CommerceminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 6 April 2026Partnership in workforce training initiative called 'A Paradigm Shift' addressing healthcare workforce needs, creating training pathways for students to enter healthcare careers.
• Los Angeles Community College DistrictminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 6 April 2026Partner in workforce training initiative alongside CEO Council addressing healthcare workforce needs.
• Terasaki Institute for Biomedical Innovation (TIBI)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 9 March 2026Three-year collaborative research partnership to accelerate biomedical innovation through joint research programs, faculty collaboration, and expanded student training opportunities. Establishes framework for interdisciplinary research across biomaterials, cell engineering, drug delivery, medical devices, and personalized medicine with reciprocal access to laboratory infrastructure.
• Los Alamos National LaboratorycoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 19 September 2024Collaborative research partnership for studying the effects of low-dose radiation on humans. The three-year research project will analyze how low-dose radiation impacts human cells, especially regarding cancer treatment and safety standards. The research utilizes artificial intelligence and aims to establish safer radiation exposure standards.
• Biocon LimitedcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2013Partnership since 2013 supporting Biocon Academy program that has graduated nearly 900 students with 100% job placement. KGI awarded honorary doctorate to Biocon Founder and Executive Chairperson Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw at 24th commencement ceremony in May 2026.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Scripps Research (Skaggs Graduate School): Scripps Research operates a PhD-granting graduate school focused on biomedical and chemical biology, closely paralleling KGI's applied life sciences graduate offerings and translational research mission.
• Claremont Graduate University: A sister institution within The Claremont Colleges consortium, CGU offers graduate and doctoral programs and shares faculty, library, and student resources with KGI, making it the most natural same-geography peer.
• Keck School of Medicine of USC: USC's Keck School of Medicine offers graduate-level biomedical and physician assistant programs in the Los Angeles region, directly overlapping KGI's applied life sciences and health professional training footprint.
• Loma Linda University School of Pharmacy: A regionally proximate ACPE-accredited PharmD program with a similar focus on graduate health-professions training; comparable in scale and accreditation profile to KGI's School of Pharmacy.
• Drexel University College of Medicine: Operates interdisciplinary graduate programs in biomedical sciences, physician assistant studies, and genetic counseling with an applied, industry-aligned focus analogous to KGI's curriculum model.

Broad incumbents

• Stanford School of Medicine: A much larger, well-endored biomedical graduate institution offering overlapping PhD and professional programs; competes with KGI for top faculty, research funding, and student applicants.
• Johns Hopkins School of Medicine: One of the largest and most research-intensive biomedical graduate programs in the U.S., competing with KGI for students and life-sciences research talent at the top end of the market.
• Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai: A large academic medical center with extensive PhD and clinical graduate programs that overlap with KGI's applied life sciences and clinical-research positioning.

Emerging players

• Northeastern University College of Science: Operates co-op- and industry-embedded graduate programs in biotechnology and applied life sciences that mirror KGI's career-aligned, interdisciplinary approach, making it a growing competitor in the same niche.

Regional players

• Cal Poly Pomona College of Science: A nearby public institution offering biotechnology and pre-health graduate-level preparation; competes in the same Southern California labor market for prospective life-sciences students.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Profiles5 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds2 records

Investors2 records

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