Master's Programs in Biomedical Sciences

Tufts University

• Founded in 1852, Tufts University is one of several private universities serving Boston. In addition to the School of Medicine's master's program in biomedical sciences, the university's Sackler School of Graduate Biomedical Sciences features various graduate degree programs in biomedical science-related fields. The master of science in biomedical science program was designed for students that wish to become more competitive applicants for medical school programs. Students can choose from concentrations in epidemiology and biostatistics and in health services management and policy. The program's curriculum includes core courses like molecular biology and biochemistry, as well as other classes that are typically part of the first-year medical school curriculum. Electives include cancer genetics, developmental biology and over two-dozen other courses.

  Tufts University
  145 Harrison Ave.
  Boston, MA 02111
  617-636-7000
  tufts.edu

University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey

• The University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey has campuses in Newark, Piscataway and Stratford. The university's Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences is housed on the Newark campus. Prospective students can choose between two dual-degree biomedical science graduate programs. The combined Master of Science in Biomedical Sciences/Master of Public Health degree program is ideal for students that wish to pursue medical degrees. Core courses include biochemistry and cell biology.

  Alternately, UMDNJ's Master of Business Administration/Master of Science in Biomedical Science allows students to earn a dual degree in less than three years of study that would have otherwise taken four years. This program prepares students for careers in management in pharmaceutical, biotechnology and other fields. First-year students take core courses like fundamentals in biomedical science and seminars.

  University of Medicine & Dentistry of New Jersey
  185 South Orange Ave.
  Newark, NJ 07103
  973-972-4511
  umdnj.edu

Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine

• The Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine's full-time master's of biomedical sciences degree program can be completed in one year. Admission requirements for the program include completion of a science preprofessional track in an undergraduate program, in addition to other criteria. The program's curriculum combines clinical study and research, and human medicine is strongly emphasized throughout most of its coursework. Graduates of the program get a comprehensive education in biomedical sciences, through courses in biology, inorganic chemistry, organic chemistry and physics. Students can select concentrations in forensic biology or organizational leadership. A research thesis as well as a final oral defense is required at the end of the program.

  Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine
  4170 City Ave.
  Philadelphia, PA 19131
  215-871-6100
  pcom.edu