Master of Science [M.S] Clinical and Translational Research
The program will focus on the preparation of individuals with established, terminal degrees in a health related field (M.D., Ph.D., Pharm.D., D.D.S., or D.M.D.) to conduct independent research in translation of information from the basic sciences to the community as researchers, teachers, public health administrators, clinicians, and industry employees competent to carry out the broad health mission of the State of Connecticut.
Program Overview
The Master of Science degree program in Clinical and Translational Research is administered in the Department of Medicine. The program stresses clinical research methods and research practicum. The program is offered to individuals with a health related terminal degree (M.D., Ph.D., Pharm.D., D.D.S., or D.M.D.) to provide practical research training to be prepared for independent research. The Master Program is based on both course work and research experience, but no research thesis is required. Students will be required to sit for a final examination, which entails the oral defense of a grant application and a manuscript.
Tution & Application Fees
| Year | Year 1 | Year 2 |
| Tuition Fees | $32355 | $32355 |
| Health Insurance | $2946 | $2946 |
| Total Fees | $35301 | $35301 |
Examinations
| Exam Type | Exam Name | Score | Out of Score | Exam Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TOEFL | Test of English as a Foreign Language | 79 | 120 | 3 |
| IELTS | International English Language Testing System | 6.5 | 9 | 3 |
| PTE | Pearson Test of English | 53 | 90 | 3 |
Academic Eligibility:
- Students must hold a baccalaureate degree or its equivalent from a regionally accredited college or university.
- A cumulative grade-point average of 3.0 for your entire undergraduate career.
- Students must upload transcripts from the school where they received their bachelor’s degree and any courses taken beyond regardless of whether a degree was received.
- If a student's degree is a 3-year bachelor’s degree from India, Canada, Australia, Sri Lanka, or certain other countries, the University of Connecticut will not consider the degree to be equivalent to a 4 year US bachelor’s degree.
- If English is not the student’s primary language, they may be required to submit evidence of their proficiency in the English language. TOEFL, IELTS, PTE scores can be submitted to meet the eligibility criteria.
- GRE/GMAT scores