Tucson,
AZ,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Graduate Certificate in Clinical and Translational Research in Tucson United States | University of Arizona
University of Arizona
|
Tucson United States
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Qualification
Graduate Certificate
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
33,992
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
12 months
The University of Arizona's Clinical & Translational Research (ACTR) graduate certificate equips interdisciplinary scientists with essential skills for clinical and translational research through rigorous academic training and guided collaborative research opportunities.
ACTR's core objective is to train multidisciplinary scholars in collaborative clinical research methodologies, equipping them to become independent investigators capable of advancing medical science and enhancing patient care.
Translational and clinical research plays a vital role in disease prevention, treatment, diagnosis, and symptom management across global populations. With growing demand for skilled clinical researchers worldwide, ACTR's program has established itself as a leader in training competent interdisciplinary translational researchers.
This cutting-edge program combines the specialized knowledge of faculty from the Mel and Enid Zuckerman College of Public Health, Arizona Health Sciences Center, and other UA departments. Its interdisciplinary structure creates an ideal learning environment for developing fundamental clinical research competencies.
Students can complete this graduate certificate through flexible options including in-person, online, or hybrid coursework. The online and hybrid formats specifically accommodate working healthcare professionals and remote learners, with completion timelines of one year (in-person) or two years (online).
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 7.0
Qualification Requirements
Applicants to the ACTR graduate certificate must hold a graduate degree (eg: DC, DDS, DMD, DO, MD, ND, OD, PharmD, PhD, RN, MS) and possess the appropriate qualifications, experience, and desire to pursue careers in clinical & translational research. Clinical & translational research is multidisciplinary, and scholars in this program should represent diverse academic backgrounds.
Application Materials
Applicants are required to submit the following application materials through the University of Arizona's Graduate College:
Official academic records from undergraduate and graduate institutions (3.0 GPA required)
One letter of support from a supervisor or department head
Resume or CV
One page personal statement of experiences and goals
TOEFL/IELTS scores for international scholars
Admission to the ACTR is competitive. All complete applications will be reviewed by the admission committee, which includes the chair and co-chairs of the ACTR. The decision of this committee is final.
Several criteria are used to evaluate each applicant, including:
appropriateness of clinical & translational research interest
commitment to a career in clinical & translational research
appropriate support to participate fully in the program (especially release time and financial support)
quality of written expression
quality of professional and academic records
International applicants are required by the UA Graduate College to submit a TOEFL score of 550 on the paper-based test, 213 on the computer-based test, or 90 on the iBT (web-based) test. For students who take the IELTS examination, an overall score of 7 is required, with a score of no less than 6 on any individual band or module. TOEFL and IELTS test scores must be dated within two years of the year of enrollment.
Application Materials
Applicants are required to submit the following application materials through the University of Arizona's Graduate College:
Official academic records from undergraduate and graduate institutions (3.0 GPA required)
One letter of support from a supervisor or department head
Resume or CV
One page personal statement of experiences and goals
TOEFL/IELTS scores for international scholars
Admission to the ACTR is competitive. All complete applications will be reviewed by the admission committee, which includes the chair and co-chairs of the ACTR. The decision of this committee is final.
Several criteria are used to evaluate each applicant, including:
appropriateness of clinical & translational research interest
commitment to a career in clinical & translational research
appropriate support to participate fully in the program (especially release time and financial support)
quality of written expression
quality of professional and academic records
International applicants are required by the UA Graduate College to submit a TOEFL score of 550 on the paper-based test, 213 on the computer-based test, or 90 on the iBT (web-based) test. For students who take the IELTS examination, an overall score of 7 is required, with a score of no less than 6 on any individual band or module. TOEFL and IELTS test scores must be dated within two years of the year of enrollment.
Tuition
USD
33,992