Information for Prospective Students

 

Ph.D. in Clinical and Translational Science

The doctoral degree is a 75 credit hour program designed for individuals who wish to become full-fledged independent investigators. Students are expected to complete 19 credit hours of core coursework courses (CTS 301, 305, 306, 310, 315, 320, 325), at least 12 credit hours of elective courses, and a minimum of 20 credit hours of supervised research. Students must also participate in the weekly seminar, complete a teaching requirement, pass a comprehensive exam, and successfully complete and publicly defend a dissertation.

Master of Science in Clinical and Translational Science

Concentration in Investigation

The Master's program consists of 31 credit hours and is designed for individuals who desire more intensive exposure to focused areas in CTS. Students are expected to complete 19 credit hours of core coursework courses (CTS 301, 305, 306, 310, 315, 320, 325), 6 credit hours of electives, and 6 credit hours of supervised research. Students must also participate in the weekly CTS seminar, pass a comprehensive exam, and successfully complete and publicly defend a thesis. Applicants should have previously earned doctoral degrees, expertise in their specialties and desire the skills to succeed as Principal Investigators. Candidates will generally have had some research experience. A typical candidate would be an M.D. taking a postgraduate fellowship in a medical or specialty, or a doctorate in nursing who wants to enhance or deepen research skills.

Application Information

 

Not yet ready to apply, consider taking CTS courses as a non-degree student through Professional and Continuing Education (PACE).