Athens,
GA,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Master of Comparative Biomedical Sciences (Thesis) - Population Health in Athens United States | University of Georgia
University of Georgia
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Athens United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
24,630
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months
The Master of Science in Comparative Biomedical Sciences focuses on interdisciplinary and translational methods in biomedical research. This program is perfect for students aiming to pursue a PhD in biomedical research or enter health professional programs.
The Comparative Biomedical Sciences MS program educates students in biomedical research with a strong focus on cross-disciplinary approaches to animal and human health. Graduates will master fundamental scientific concepts in one of these specialized tracks: physiology and pharmacology, pathology, infectious diseases, population health, or veterinary biosciences and diagnostic imaging.
This college-wide MS program is overseen by the Office of the Dean through the Associate Dean for Research and Graduate Affairs. It welcomes both professionals with degrees in healthcare fields and graduate students with robust biological training. Study options include emphasis areas such as Avian Medicine, Food Animal Medicine, and Zoological Medicine. The Zoological Medicine track is exclusively for veterinarians accepted into UGA's residency program.
Designed to be completed in 2-3 years, this adaptable research-focused program prioritizes interdisciplinary learning, translational research, professional development, and biomedical education to equip students for impactful roles in modern biomedical and veterinary science.
Eligible applicants include those with bachelor's degrees as well as holders of professional degrees (DVM, MD, DDS).
The Department of Population Health is a multidisciplinary unit within the College, comprising four distinct divisions. Each division concentrates on research, service, and education related to the health and management of various animal populations.
The Department of Population Health is a multidisciplinary unit within the College, comprising four distinct divisions. Each division concentrates on research, service, and education related to the health and management of various animal populations.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
The CBS program is a research-based training program that is available to students with a BS or BA degree, a DVM is not required.
Applicants must first apply to the UGA Graduate School. Requirements include, but may not be limited to, a statement of interest, resume or CV, all official college transcripts, and 3 letters of recommendation. International students may be required to submit TOEFL or IELTS scores.
You should get letters from professors who have taught you and know you well. Their letters should describe your academic work in detail, so that the Graduate Committee can be assured that you can complete a rigorous graduate program. If you have done undergraduate research, the committee will expect a letter from the professor who supervised that work. Letters from work supervisors may be of value to document your work ethic.
No two statements are alike. Faculty are most interested with your academic and research background, interest in pursuing the degree, research interests, and professional plans. You should also state whether you will need financial assistance in order to pursue the degree. We suggest no more than 3 pages double-spaced. Most applicants are able to express themselves in two double-spaced pages. If more is needed, that is acceptable.
The GRE is NOT required for admission, however, if you have a recent (within 5 years) GRE score over 300, you are welcome to submit that information. Higher GRE scores may offset lower GPAs.
Applicants who do not intend to pursue a degree, but who wish to take courses for professional advancement, licensure, or certification purposes, and who hold a baccalaureate degree or higher degree from a regionally accredited institution, should apply for nondegree status.
Nondegree applicants must submit the following to the Office of Research and Graduate Affairs in the College of Veterinary Medicine in addition to the Graduate School's requirements.
Application for admission to the Graduate School
Statement of Interest
Departmental (MCBS) supplemental application
R'sume
You do not need to find a major professor, and there is no financial aid available for non-degree students.
Minimum TOEFL score requirement: overall score of 80 with at least 20 on speaking and writing
Minimum IELTS score requirement: overall band-width of 6.5, with no single band (score) below 6.0
In addition to the requirements of the Graduate School of The University of Georgia, applicants are required to have a DVM or equivalent degree, a veterinary school grade point average of 3.0 or higher, a combined score (verbal and quantitative) of at least 1000 on the Graduate Record Examination, official transcripts of all college courses, and written references from at least three persons. Experience in the poultry industry is desirable.
Applicants must first apply to the UGA Graduate School. Requirements include, but may not be limited to, a statement of interest, resume or CV, all official college transcripts, and 3 letters of recommendation. International students may be required to submit TOEFL or IELTS scores.
You should get letters from professors who have taught you and know you well. Their letters should describe your academic work in detail, so that the Graduate Committee can be assured that you can complete a rigorous graduate program. If you have done undergraduate research, the committee will expect a letter from the professor who supervised that work. Letters from work supervisors may be of value to document your work ethic.
No two statements are alike. Faculty are most interested with your academic and research background, interest in pursuing the degree, research interests, and professional plans. You should also state whether you will need financial assistance in order to pursue the degree. We suggest no more than 3 pages double-spaced. Most applicants are able to express themselves in two double-spaced pages. If more is needed, that is acceptable.
The GRE is NOT required for admission, however, if you have a recent (within 5 years) GRE score over 300, you are welcome to submit that information. Higher GRE scores may offset lower GPAs.
Applicants who do not intend to pursue a degree, but who wish to take courses for professional advancement, licensure, or certification purposes, and who hold a baccalaureate degree or higher degree from a regionally accredited institution, should apply for nondegree status.
Nondegree applicants must submit the following to the Office of Research and Graduate Affairs in the College of Veterinary Medicine in addition to the Graduate School's requirements.
Application for admission to the Graduate School
Statement of Interest
Departmental (MCBS) supplemental application
R'sume
You do not need to find a major professor, and there is no financial aid available for non-degree students.
Minimum TOEFL score requirement: overall score of 80 with at least 20 on speaking and writing
Minimum IELTS score requirement: overall band-width of 6.5, with no single band (score) below 6.0
In addition to the requirements of the Graduate School of The University of Georgia, applicants are required to have a DVM or equivalent degree, a veterinary school grade point average of 3.0 or higher, a combined score (verbal and quantitative) of at least 1000 on the Graduate Record Examination, official transcripts of all college courses, and written references from at least three persons. Experience in the poultry industry is desirable.
Tuition
USD
24,630