Coterminal Master's of Science Degree
in Epidemiology and Clinical Research

The Department of Epidemiology & Population Health offers a co-terminal Master's program in Epidemiology and Clinical Research for current Stanford undergraduates. The MS entails a minimum of 45 units of coursework but can require more depending upon the courses chosen and the student's previous training; a minimum of 12 units must be applied toward the Master's thesis.  The co-terminal Master of Science program follows the same program requirements as the Master of Science (Academic), except that the student is not required to take the course in Clinical Trials. Students who desire to concentrate in a specific area can participate in one of the track areas (Infectious Diseases, Global Health). The student must make arrangements with the program faculty to pursue a research project. Co-terminal students are enrolled full-time, and courses are ordinarily taken on campus. Graduates of this program are prepared to contribute creatively to basic or applied projects in epidemiology and clinical research. Many go on to PhD programs and MD degrees or to pursue careers in public health and other disciplines.

Please note that co-terminal students must have at least one-quarter overlap in their undergraduate and graduate careers before the undergraduate degree can be conferred. Please see the Stanford Bulletin co-terminal page for additional details.