Requirements for Admission
Requirements for Admission
Applicants must have minimally earned a bachelor’s degree or its equivalent from an accredited institution in the United States or proof of equivalent training at a university in another country.
A finalized and submitted online application will include:
- Transcripts from all post-high school institutions (for determination of grade point average)
- Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) exam scores (for international applicants only)
- Three letters of recommendation (the names and email addresses of the references will be required at the time of application)
- A curriculum vitae or resume
- A personal statement describing background experiences, pertinent training, and personal motivation for a career in applied clinical research
When evaluating applicants, the Admission Committee will holistically consider the following:
- Letters of recommendation
- Grade point average
- Undergraduate and graduate degree curriculum breadth and rigor
- Personal statement and motivation for a career in scientific research
- Personal integrity
- English language competency
Applicants deemed to be the most qualified will be offered a seat in the program. Offers to enroll in the program will be made based on a holistic evaluation of all required submission materials.