MS Pathology at University of Iowa

Programme overview

The MS program in pathology prepares postbaccalaureate science majors for a range of biomedical careers. Graduate-level coursework provides students with a foundation in cellular and molecular biology, as well as specialized knowledge in pathobiology. A laboratory-intensive thesis project equips trainees with cutting-edge research skills.

Faculty: Carver College of Medicine | Department: Pathology | Duration: 30 s.h. required | Location: Iowa City, IA, United States

What you will study

The Master of Science program in pathology requires a minimum of 30 s.h. of graduate credit, including 21 s.h. of coursework and 9 s.h. of research leading up to the thesis.

Career pathways

The MS program in pathology is designed for graduates to advance into research assistant or research scientist positions in academic and private sector laboratories, or to be competitive for advanced degree programs such as the PhD, MBA, or MD.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Applicants must have a bachelor’s degree in a science discipline from a regionally accredited American college or university, or an equivalent degree from another country as determined by University of Iowa Admissions. Applicants must also have a minimum grade-point average of 3.00 on a 4.00 scale, or the international equivalent as determined by Admissions. In addition, laboratory-based research experience is highly desired. Graduate Record Examination (GRE) General Test scores are not required to apply. A subset of applicants will be selected for interviews, conducted either in person or virtually. Admission decisions are determined based on academic performance, research experience, letters of recommendation, personal statements, and interviews.

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Graduate and professional admission requirements, costs and deadlines are set by each degree programme; applicants apply through the Admissions Profile application and may apply to only one programme unless applying to a combined degree programme.

Apply through the official page: https://admissions.uiowa.edu/

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