Epidemiology

Letters of Reference:
Number Required:\xc2\xa03

From Whom:\xc2\xa0Letters of recommendation should be obtained from college/university faculty members familiar with the applicant\'s academic competence and, if appropriate, research supervisors or mentors.

Coursework Required for Admission Consideration:\xc2\xa0Proficiency in statistical programming and a minimum of 6 credits of undergraduate quantitative and/or analytical methods (statistics, research design, etc.) are required.

Bachelor\'s Degree in Discipline/Related Discipline:\xc2\xa0A baccalaureate degree is required.

Statement of Goals:\xc2\xa0Approximately\xc2\xa0500 to 1,000 words include your interest in the M.S. in Epidemiology program, your research area of interest, research goals and experience, current quantitative skills, future career goals, and academic and research achievements.

Standardized Test Scores:
GRE: Required.\xc2\xa0Minimum scores should be 500 (old test) on both the verbal and quantitative sections or, on the new test, 153 on the verbal section and 144 on the quantitative section.

TOEFL (international applicants only): 79 iBT or 550 PBT minimum.

Resume:\xc2\xa0Current\xc2\xa0resume or curriculum vitae required.

Interview:\xc2\xa0An interview may be required.

Test Waivers:\xc2\xa0Postdoctoral applicants who hold a terminal degree from an accredited institution may request a waiver of the GRE.