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Prospective Students

Prospective students may apply for admission to the Ph.D. in Biomedical Science, Master of Public Health, or Master of  Dental Science. Please click on the link above for your program of interest for details on applying.

Admission information for other Graduate School programs, including the Combined Degree programs, (M.D./Ph.D., D.M.D./Ph.D., M.D./M.P.H., Dental Clinical Specialty/Ph.D., and Ph.D. in Public Health) is also provided below.

Ph.D. in Biomedical Science Program
The deadline for the receipt of all application materials for the Ph.D. in Biomedical Science program is DECEMBER 15.

There are two steps in applying:

1. You will need to send a packet containing the following supporting materials to:
   
   Graduate Admission Office
   Ph.D. in Biomedical Science Program
   University of Connecticut Health Center
   263 Farmington Avenue, MC 3906
   Farmington, CT 06030-3906

Click on links below for additional information on the required supporting materials (Note: PLEASE DO NOT USE STAPLES WHEN SENDING YOUR SUPPLEMENTAL MATERIALS):
 

1. Official Transcripts
2. Letters of Recommendation
3. Personal Statement
4. Residence Affidavit (CT Residents ONLY)
5. TOEFL Scores (International Applicants ONLY)
6. Official GRE Scores (requested from ETS to be sent directly to UCHC)

2. You will need to complete an application form via the online or paper method.
   1. The preferred application method is to apply on-line. Applying online can save you money, as the on-line application fee is $55.00 (versus $75.00 for the paper application); this fee must be paid with a credit card (Visa, MasterCard or Discover).
   2. If you prefer to submit a paper application, you can request that a paper version of the application be mailed to you by emailing your full name and mailing address to Ms. Tricia Avolt at robertson@nso2.uchc.edu. Please note that the paper application fee of $75.00 must accompany your completed application; this fee must be paid with a U.S. Traveler’s Check, U.S. Postal Money Order or draft on a U.S. bank.

*We value diversity and actively encourage applications from women and underrepresented minorities.*

Inquiries and applications materials should be directed to:

Ms. Tricia Avolt
Graduate Admissions Office
Ph.D. in Biomedical Science Program
University of Connecticut Health Center
263 Farmington Avenue, MC 3906
Farmington, CT 06030-3906
Phone: 860-679-2175

Email: robertson@nso2.uchc.edu

The following individuals may also be of help in answering questions related to admission to the Ph.D. program.

Masters Programs

Master of Public Health
Admission to the Master of Public Health program is competitive. Persons holding evidence of strong academic performance in a relevant discipline and those with backgrounds and knowledge regarding the U.S. public health system are preferred. Applications are reviewed annually for admission to fall semesters. The application deadline is February 1 for matriculation in the following fall semester.

Applications for the M.P.H. program are handled through the Storrs campus.  For detailed information on the application process, please visit the MPH admission page at:  http://publichealth.uconn.edu/acprgms_mph_admission.php

To request more information regarding the M.P.H. program itself, please contact the M.P.H. office at mph@nso.uchc.edu.

Master of Dental Science
Admission to the Master of Dental Science program is generally limited to the summer sessions. Students pursue their Clinical Dental Certificate while working on their Master's degree. The deadline for the M.D.S. program is October 1.

There are two steps in applying:

1. You will need to send a packet containing the following supporting materials to:
   
   Graduate Admission Office
   Master of Dental Science Program
   University of Connecticut Health Center
   263 Farmington Avenue, MC 3906
   Farmington, CT 06030-3906

(click on links below for additional information on the required supporting materials):

1. Official Transcripts
2. Letters of Recommendation
3. Personal Statement
4. Residence Affidavit (CT Residents ONLY)
5. TOEFL Scores (International Applicants ONLY)
6. Official GRE Scores

2. You will need to complete an application form via the online or paper method.
   1. The preferred application method is to apply on-line. Applying online can save you money, as the on-line application fee is $55.00 (versus $75.00 for the paper application); this fee must be paid with a credit card (Visa, MasterCard or Discover).
   2. If you prefer to submit a paper application, you can request that a paper version of the application be mailed to you by emailing your full name and mailing address to Ms. Tricia Avolt at robertson@nso2.uchc.edu. Please note that the paper application fee of $75.00 must accompany your completed application; this fee must be paid with a U.S. Traveler’s Check, U.S. Postal Money Order or draft on a U.S. bank.

Further information on admission to the M.Dent.Sci./Certificate program may be obtained from Margaret Sweet-Hoffman (sweethoffm@nso.uchc.edu) in the School of Dental Medicine Office of Admissions, Room AG030, University of Connecticut Health Center, Farmington, CT 06030-3905.

Combined Degree Programs

• M.D./Ph.D.
• M.D./M.P.H.
• D.M.D./Ph.D.
• Clinical Specialty/Ph.D.
• Ph.D. in Public Health

MD/Ph.D. Admissions Process
For instructions on admission to the M.D./Ph.D. program, please visit our M.D./Ph.D. Admissions page.  For questions regarding the program, please contact program director Dr. Barbara Kream (kream@nso1.uchc.edu).

M.D./M.P.H.
Candidates must meet the admission requirements of both the UConn Medical School and the Graduate Program in Public Health. The MPH program seeks students with a strong academic record, commitment to the health of the community, relevant background and/or experience, and career goals relevant to public health. Those with experience and knowledge of the U.S. public health system are preferred. Application to the MPH program is streamlined for MD/MPH students. To initiate an application, submit a personal letter of application that addresses the admissions criteria above and include a copy of your letter of acceptance to the School of Medicine. Applications are reviewed for admission to the fall semester. The deadline for application is February 1st (international applications are due by January 1st), and on a rolling basis after those dates if there are available slots. Under certain conditions, medical students can also be considered for spring admission. To request more information on this and other specialty programs, contact the MPH office at mph@nso.uchc.edu.

D.M.D./Ph.D. Admissions Process
Our process requires that the applicant be accepted sequentially by the SDM Admissions Committee for entry into the pre-doctoral D.M.D. program, the Graduate School and, then, the DSTP Advisory Committee. Each member of the Advisory Committee has the opportunity to screen the completed applications and the committee collectively determines who shall be interviewed. Those invited are interviewed by members of the Advisory Committee generally at the time they are interviewed by the SDM Admissions Committee. The Committee then meets to discuss the evaluations and by majority vote of a quorum (2/3 of membership present) determines who shall be accepted and appointed to the Dental Scientist Training Program, if there are multiple candidates for the DSTP positions. For more information, contact Dr. Alan Lurie (lurie@nso.uchc.edu).

Clinical Specialty/Ph.D.
Applicants to the combined clinical specialty/training program should contact the director of the desired clinical program as early as possible while in dental school. Acceptances are made by November of the year prior to appointment. For further details on eligibility, mechanisms of award, application procedures, and review criteria, interested individuals may contact Dr. William Upholt (upholt@nso2.uchc.edu).

Ph.D. in Public Health
Application for the Ph.D. program in Public Health is handled through the Storrs campus.  For information on admissions, please visit the Center for Public Health and Health Policy Ph.D. in Public Health Admissions website.