Master of Medical Science [M.Med.Sc] Immunology
The mission of the HMS Master of Medical Sciences in Immunology Program (MMSc IMM) is to provide a solid, instructional, and research-based foundation in both basic and clinical immunology. Courses will start with the fundamentals and rapidly progress to cutting-edge knowledge, all taught by world-renowned faculty members in the Program in Immunology at Harvard.
This program serves the needs both of students with a strong undergraduate biology background with an interest in medicine or fundamental research and seeking deeper knowledge of immunology, as well as of academic physicians from a range of specialties who seek an in-depth knowledge of immunology in order to further their professional goals and research expertise.
The HMS Master’s in Medical Science in Immunology is a two-year program with two primary goals:
- To give students a solid foundation in Basic and Clinical Immunology to better understand how a new revolution is currently occurring in the treatment of numerous diseases and conditions including immunodeficiencies, allergies, chronic inflammatory diseases, transplantation, and cancer.
- To provide students with comprehensive tools and protected time to engage in mentored research on important issues in either Basic or Clinical Immunology depending on their inclinations. This will entail working with leading Harvard faculty and will culminate in a Master's thesis.
Tution & Application Fees
| Year | Year 1 | Year 2 |
| Tuition Fees | $52456 | $52456 |
| Health Insurance | $1304 | $1304 |
| Books and supply | $900 | $900 |
| Miscellaneous expenses | $6910 | $6910 |
| Total Fees | $61570 | $61570 |
Examinations
| Exam Type | Exam Name | Score | Out of Score | Exam Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TOEFL | Test of English as a Foreign Language | 100 | 120 | 3 |
| IELTS | International English Language Testing System | 7.5 | 9 | 3 |
| GRE | Graduate Record Examination | 292 | 340 | 2 |
Academic Eligibility:
- Students must have an equivalent bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.
- A background in biology and an interest in Immunology or biomedical research, as well as to individuals who already possess a medical degree, such as an MD or an MBBS, or to individuals who have a degree in a health professions-related field is required.
- GPA of 3.0/4.0 (B+ Grade) is required.
Indian Student Eligibility:
- The minimum requirements are an overall average of 60% in each year, as well as in all prerequisite subjects.
- Subjects must include mathematics, chemistry, and physics in Class 11 and 12.
- GPA of 3.0/4.0 [B Grade].
English Language proficiency:
- Applicants from India, China, Vietnam, Philippines, and Pakistan should note that IELTS is the only proficiency score accepted by the Study Direct Stream (SDS) program.
- Meeting the minimum English requirements does not guarantee admission. Students with higher English proficiency scores will receive priority in the admission assessment process.
- Not all students will qualify for EAP-3106 in place of the required IELTS or TOEFL test scores.
Submission of GRE scores is compulsory for this program, however, it is recommended to submit a minimum 292 score for a better chance of admission.