Science Starts Here

Recognizing the opportunity to provide a unique educational experience for young children, UT Southwestern and Dallas Independent School District have partnered to create a one-of-a-kind school that will provide young children a firm foundation in STEM. Dallas ISD established Biomedical Preparatory at UT Southwestern in fall 2022. It is located on our campus on Forest Park Road and the curriculum was designed to stimulate curiosity about the wonders of science and to provide young children a foundation for future discovery.

Real-World Science

This partnership gives students first hand exposure to real-world science as well as direct access to exciting STEM and biomedical science-related field trips. By embedding hands-on activities such as robotics, experiments, and computer coding into the core curriculum, students will begin to build critical thinking skills and gain confidence in their knowledge of STEM subjects.

Application process:

• Annual application process will open in November and close in January
• Enrollment offers are generated via a randomized lottery designed to achieve socioeconomic diversity
• Enrollment is currently for PK3 through third grade and the campus will add an additional grade level each year, up to eighth grade

Things to know:

• For admission, children of UT Southwestern employees and learners are eligible to apply
• Transportation is provided for students living within Dallas ISD boundaries

Learn More

To stay up to date about enrollment or other details about the school please visit the Dallas ISD website. To learn more about the Medical District PK-8 Biomedical School this FAQ is available as a resource: Biomedical Preparatory at UT Southwestern FAQs.

Still have questions? Submit them to Dallas ISD through their online portal.

Message from the Principal

Welcome to the Biomedical Preparatory at UT Southwestern, where we develop future scientists equipped to navigate an evolving global landscape.

Our vision is to inspire all students to become passionate, curious, and innovative thinkers, equipped to solve problems through research and discovery. We provide a STEM-focused curriculum enriched with biomedical science and social-emotional learning. By reimagining education, we prepare our students for a rapidly evolving world of research, medicine, and technology, benefiting students, parents, teachers, and staff alike.

As a Dallas ISD choice school, we offer a place to expand knowledge and develop STEM skills through both classroom learning and real-world experiences. Our goal is to create an environment that fosters these opportunities, helping students and future leaders build the skills needed for success in their chosen fields.

In partnership with UTSW, I look forward to serving you and your children this school year.

Principal Gina Maffucci