PhD in Epidemiology and Clinical Research
Overview
The PhD program in epidemiology and clinical research provides methodologic and interdisciplinary training to equip students to carry out cutting-edge epidemiologic research. The program trains students in the tools of modern epidemiology, with heavy emphasis on statistics, computer science, genetics, genomics, and bioinformatics. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds.
PhD Training Grants
Training grants are available to support potential PhD students with interests in cancer etiology, prevention, and treatment, as well as data science and population health research.
Prospective Student Resources
The Department of Epidemiology and Population Health encourages prospective students to view recordings of past information sessions to learn more about the MS and PhD programs. Prospective students are also encouraged to attend an EPH Ambassador live Zoom session to connect with current students about life at Stanford and their experience in the program.
Admissions Policy
The Department of Epidemiology and Population Health is committed to fostering a community in which all individuals are welcomed, respected, and supported to achieve their full potential.
Stanford recognizes that the Supreme Court issued a ruling in June 2023 about the consideration of certain types of demographic information as part of an admission review. All applications submitted during upcoming application cycles will be reviewed in conformance with that decision.
The Department of Epidemiogy and Population Health welcomes graduate applications from individuals with a broad range of life experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds who would contribute to our community of scholars. The review process is holistic and individualized, considering each applicant’s academic record and accomplishments, letters of recommendation, prior research experience, and admissions essays to understand how an applicant’s life experiences have shaped their past and potential contributions to their field and how they might enrich the learning community at Stanford.