MS Precision Health at University of Chicago

Programme overview

The in-person MS in Precision Health combines precision medicine and population health, with a focus on prevention, wellness and equity. It gives an interdisciplinary foundation in epidemiology, biostatistics, bioinformatics, ethics and policy.

Faculty: Biological Sciences Division | Duration: As little as 1 year full-time; up to 2 years part-time | Intake: Autumn | Study mode: full-time | Location: Chicago, IL, United States

What you will study

The curriculum has 6 core courses, 3 concentration courses and a faculty-mentored capstone project. Concentrations are Data Science & AI, Clinical Research, and Entrepreneurship in Medicine.

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Entry requirements

Programme: a bachelor's degree before matriculation and at least one college-level math or statistics course (biological sciences or health coursework helpful but not required). Materials: candidate statement of up to two single-spaced pages, CV or resume, transcripts (unofficial acceptable at application), three letters of recommendation and a $90 fee (waivers possible). GRE optional (scores from the last five years, institution code 1832). TOEFL or IELTS if required. Deadlines: Early Decision 15 Nov 2026, Round 1 15 Feb 2027, Round 2 15 Apr 2027, final 1 June 2027.

Intake: Autumn

Duration: As little as 1 year full-time; up to 2 years part-time

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