SM Epidemiology at Harvard University

Programme overview

The Master of Science in Epidemiology program prepares students to investigate the frequency, distribution, and determinants of human disease and apply epidemiologic and quantitative methods to public health and clinical research. Harvard Chan offers two degree pathways designed for students at different stages: a 42.5-credit program for established research professionals and an 80-credit program for students preparing for research careers.

Faculty: Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health | Duration: On Campus (Fall start) • Full-time (1 year) • Part-time (2 years); On Campus (Summer start) • Full-time (2-3 summers); On Campus (Fall) • Full-time (2 years) | Study mode: full-time | Location: Cambridge, MA, United States

What you will study

Required courses include EPI 201: Introduction to Epidemiology: Methods I; EPI 202: Introduction to Epidemiology: Methods II; EPI 203: Study Design in Epidemiologic Research; EPI 204: Analysis of Case-Control, Cohort, and other Epidemiologic Data; BST 201: Introduction to Biostatistics.

Career pathways

The program is designed to help established research professionals deepen the methodological expertise they bring to public health, clinical medicine, and research. Graduates are prepared to apply advanced epidemiologic and biostatistical methods to study design, data analysis, protocol development, and the critical evaluation of public health and medical evidence.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Eligibility: The Master of Science 42.5-credit (SM-42.5) program is targeted towards highly established research professionals. For most fields, applicants are required to have a doctoral degree/advanced degree and relevant work experience—contact admissions or the department for more detailed information. Application Requirements. Statement of Purpose and Objectives. Letters of Recommendation. Resume/CV. Transcripts/Mark Sheets/Degree Conferral. World Education Services Evaluation (for degrees awarded by institutions outside of the U.S.). Standardized Test Scores. GRE, MCAT, GMAT, DAT, or LSAT. TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo if applicable. Application Deadline: December 1. Applicants may apply to only one degree program for either full- or part-time status. Applications are reviewed in their entirety and decisions are released via email in late February/early March. Decisions are

USD 72,936 a year (2026-2027). SM 42.5-credit (1 year full-time) tuition per year Source

Duration: On Campus (Fall start) • Full-time (1 year) • Part-time (2 years); On Campus (Summer start) • Full-t

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