Epidemiology

Programs under this Subject:
Epidemiology PhD
Epidemiology MS
Subjects under same Department
Biostatistics
Arizona Clinical Research Training

Department Contact Information

Department
Epidemiology
Phone
(520) 626-3200
Fax
(520) 626-3206
Mailing Address
College of Public Health , Office of Student Services and Academic Affairs , 1834 E. Mabel
Website
http://www.publichealth.arizona.edu/

PhD program

Contact Information

Application Questions
Amy Glicken
(520) 626-3201
phadmit@u.arizona.edu

Deadlines

Domestic Applicants
Fall
January 1
Spring
No admissions
Summer I
No admissions
Summer II
No admissions
International Applicants
Fall
December 1
Spring
No admissions
Summer I
No admissions
Summer II
No admissions

Minimum Application Requirements

  • Master's degree in Epidemiology or similar field required for PhD applicants
  • GPA of 3.2 or higher
  • At least one year of biological sciences
  • At least one year of college level mathematics (algebra and above)
  • Calculus is highly recommended, although not required
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Resume or CV
  • Statement of Purpose
  • GRE scores (combined verbal and quantitative score of 1200 or above considered competitive)
  • TOEFL or IELTS scores for international applicants

GRE Code

5688 (SOPHAS)

Financial Aid

  • Tuition and Registration Scholarships

MS program

Contact Information

Application Questions
Amy Glicken
520.626.3201
phadmit@u.arizona.edu

Deadlines

Domestic Applicants
Fall
January 1
Spring
No admissions
Summer I
No admissions
Summer II
No admissions
International Applicants
Fall
December 1
Spring
No admissions
Summer I
No admissions
Summer II
No admissions

Minimum Application Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree required for MS applicants
  • GPA of 3.2 or higher
  • At least one year of biological sciences
  • At least one year of college level mathematics (algebra and above)
  • Calculus is highly recommended, although not required
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Resume or CV
  • Statement of Purpose
  • GRE scores (combined verbal and quantitative score of 1200 or above considered competitive)
  • TOEFL or IELTS scores for international applicants

GRE Code

5688 (SOPHAS)

Financial Aid

  • Research and Teaching Assistantships
  • Tuition and Registration Scholarships

Description

The College of Public Health offers a Master of Science (MS) in Epidemiology, Doctorate (PhD) in Epidemiology, and a PhD Minor in Epidemiology. The PhD program in Epidemiology trains individuals for careers in research and teaching in academic settings, research institutes, government agencies and industry. It has been designed for students whose careers will focus on conducting investigator-initiated and collaborative epidemiologic research. The doctoral program typically requires three to five years for completion. The first two to three years are usually devoted to coursework, the qualifying examination, the written and oral comprehensive doctoral examinations, and the development of doctoral research. The overall course of study is developed by the student and the advisor, and is approved by the student's Graduate Committee and Chair of the Epidemiology Program.

The MS degree in Epidemiology is designed for individuals who seek training in epidemiological research. It is anticipated that graduates will occupy positions as research administrators, program managers, analysts, and evaluators in universities, health departments, governmental agencies, and similar organizations. The MS program typically requires two years for completion. The first year is focused on core coursework and completion of the qualifying examination. The second year is focused on remaining coursework and development of the master's thesis research.

The PhD minor in Epidemiology is designed for individuals from other University of Arizona doctoral degree programs who wish to obtain graduate training in Epidemiology. It requires completion of the first year Epidemiology and Biostatistics courses, 1 additional Epidemiology elective course, and completion of the qualifying examination.

Graduate Faculty

Epidemiology Section Chair

  • Robin Harris (Epidemiology and Biostatistics)

Biostatistics Section Chair

  • Sylvan Green (Epidemiology and Biostatistics)

Professor