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Population Health Sciences Admission Requirements

Eligibility Requirements

Typically, applicants hold:

One year of graduate level biostatistics and one year of epidemiology or other research methods training with a B or better.
Demonstrated superior academic performance
Experience in research settings preferred, and the ability to engage in quantitative or qualitative research

Complete applications contain the following, with a January 1, 11:59pm (EST) priority deadline and May 1, 11:59pm (EST) final one:

Submitted application and nonrefundable $80 fee
A master's degree in public health or a master’s degree in biostatistics, epidemiology, economics, or other discipline with quantitative training OR a PharmD, MD, or other relevant doctoral degree. A master’s degree is not required for those who have recently completed a Postbaccalaureate Research Education Program.
Unofficial transcripts from any college attended
A personal statement of two pages describing:
- educational expectations
- career aspirations
- research experience
- special qualifications
- which faculty or research programs at UMass Chan with which you would like to engage
Resume or CV
Three letters of recommendation from individuals who are able to assess past academic performance, research experience, and prospective success in doctoral level work
International applicants are required to submit an official course-by-course evaluation from a NACES member and unofficial TOEFL or IELTS scores.