Admissions

Students accepted into the Ph.D. program come from a variety of educational backgrounds, including biology, nursing, economics, sociology, business administration, computer science, and mathematics." Strong quantitative skills are essential. A health services background is helpful, but not required.

Admission requires a baccalaureate degree or higher from an accredited college or university. PhD applications are reviewed holistically. Admissions decisions are based on many components including the record of academic achievement, entrance exam scores, personal statement, background and experience, goals, demonstrated academic potential, letters of recommendation, compatibility of interests with program faculty, and other factors.

Applicants must include their chosen Area of Emphasis in their personal statement.

Required Entrance Exams and Prerequisites

GRE Scores

No minimum scores are required, however there is a preferred performance level on the combined verbal and quantitative score of 1200 or higher (600/600) and an analytical writing score of 5.0

Prerequisites

The PhD requires college level coursework in statistics and calculus, in which grades of 'B' or better were earned. Recent coursework that demonstrates mastery of these disciplines is essential for success in the program. Although not required, students entering the program are advised to review undergraduate course texts in microeconomics, medical sociology, and research methods.

TOEFL Exam (Non Native English Speakers)
Nonnative English speakers must complete the TOEFL exam and obtain a minimum score of 100, 600, or 250, depending on the format of the exam.

Application Process

Applying for admission to the Master of Science and Doctoral degree programs in Health Services Research, Policy and Administration requires submitting information to SOPHAS, the application service used by the School of Public Health (SPH). For instructions on how to apply, please see the SPH Master of Science or Doctoral Application Information and Directions.

Applications are reviewed holistically. Admission decisions are based on many components including the record of academic achievement, entrance exam scores, personal statement, background and experience, goals, demonstrated academic potential, letters of recommendation, compatibility of interests with program faculty, and other factors.

Application Deadline

Applications are accepted until the class is filled or June 15, whichever comes first.