Curriculum
The Division of Graduate Medical Sciences and the School of Public Health offer a dual degree that is broadly based in preclinical medical sciences and public health.
How the MS/MPH Dual Degree Works
- Number of credits: 64 distributed between SPH and GMS minimum of 40 credits in residence at SPH
- Program Length: Two-years minimum
- Full-time only at GMS; SPH can be part time or full time
MS/MPH Program Requirements
For information about program requirements, visit the BU Bulletin.
MS/MPH Tuition
Students pay tuition to the program in which they are primarily registered.
Outcomes
Career Preparation
MS/MPH dual degree candidates have access to career advice through Career Services at SPH to help identify, interview for, and secure positions as they move forward along their career path.
Admissions
Admissions Requirements
Students must apply and be accepted to both the Division of Graduate Medical Sciences and to the School of Public Health. The acceptances do not have to be concurrent. The most successful pathway is for students to apply for the MPH program after their first semester in the MS program.
Read more about the application process.
For further information regarding admission to the School of Public Health contact:
Admissions Office
asksph@bu.edu
Contact Information
Christopher J. Louis, PhD
Director of BUSPH Dual Degree Programs
Boston University School of Public Health
Email: louisc@bu.edu
Admissions Office
asksph@bu.edu