Lexington,
KY,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MSc in Medical Sciences in Lexington United States | University of Kentucky
University of Kentucky
|
Lexington United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
74,592
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
18 months
The Master of Science in Medical Sciences (MSMS) is an interdisciplinary graduate program offered through the College of Medicine. This degree involves collaboration across multiple departments and research centers, including Behavioral Sciences, Pharmacology and Nutritional Sciences, Toxicology and Cancer Biology, Microbiology, Immunology and Molecular Genetics, Molecular and Cellular Biochemistry, Neuroscience, and Physiology. Students may pursue the MSMS as a terminal degree to advance careers in biomedical research, pharmaceutical development, or healthcare professions. It also serves as valuable preparation for those planning to apply to medical school or other health-related professional programs, or for students wishing to expand their biomedical knowledge before selecting a career path.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.0
Qualification Requirements
A baccalaureate degree from a fully accredited institution of higher learning.
A minimum undergraduate grade point average of 2.9 and graduate GPA of 3.0.
An average GRE score on the verbal, quantitative and analytical sections greater than the 40th percentile. Use Institution Code 1837 for submitting GRE scores to the Graduate School from the reporting agency.
The MSMS program also accepts MCAT or DAT scores in lieu of the GRE to serve as the entrance exam. In such cases, it is recommended that applicants have a minimum score of 497 on the MCAT, or an academic and science minimal average of 16 on the DAT. Briefly describe any research experience you have had, listing academic honors, including fellowships, publications, etc. List any courses in biology, chemistry, or physics that are not on your transcripts and which you expect to complete before enrolling at the University of Kentucky. For international applicants, a minimum score of 550 on the paper-based TOEFL (maximum 667) and a minimum score of 213 on the computer-based TOEFL (maximum 300) or a minimum score of 80 on the internet-based TOEFL (maximum 120), all applicants must demonstrate proficiency in verbal and written English.
A minimum undergraduate grade point average of 2.9 and graduate GPA of 3.0.
An average GRE score on the verbal, quantitative and analytical sections greater than the 40th percentile. Use Institution Code 1837 for submitting GRE scores to the Graduate School from the reporting agency.
The MSMS program also accepts MCAT or DAT scores in lieu of the GRE to serve as the entrance exam. In such cases, it is recommended that applicants have a minimum score of 497 on the MCAT, or an academic and science minimal average of 16 on the DAT. Briefly describe any research experience you have had, listing academic honors, including fellowships, publications, etc. List any courses in biology, chemistry, or physics that are not on your transcripts and which you expect to complete before enrolling at the University of Kentucky. For international applicants, a minimum score of 550 on the paper-based TOEFL (maximum 667) and a minimum score of 213 on the computer-based TOEFL (maximum 300) or a minimum score of 80 on the internet-based TOEFL (maximum 120), all applicants must demonstrate proficiency in verbal and written English.
Tuition
USD
74,592