2.5 - Graduate Degree Programs

The Graduate College offers both Master of Science and Doctor of Philosophy degrees in multiple disciplines. Requirements that apply to all of these degrees appear later in this bulletin. Information about individual degrees is available from the Graduate College or from the individual academic unit. The following departments or programs offer MS and/or PhD degrees:

2.5.1 - Master of Science Degree (MS)Updated: 11/14/2025

Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
Biostatistics
Cell Biology
Clinical and Translational Science
Epidemiology
Health Promotion Sciences
Neuroscience
Nutritional Sciences
Occupational and Environmental Health
Orthodontics
Pathology
Periodontics
Pharmaceutical Sciences
Physiology
Radiological Sciences

2.5.2 - Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)

Allied Health Sciences
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Biostatistics
Cell Biology
Communication Sciences and Disorders
Epidemiology
Health Promotion Sciences
Microbiology and Immunology
Neuroscience
Nursing
Occupational and Environmental Health
Pathology
Pharmaceutical Sciences
Physiology
Radiological Sciences

2.5.3 - Dual DegreesUpdated: 11/14/2025

MD/PhD Degree Program
Students may individually design a program of study combining the MD degree with a PhD degree. Refer to the doctoral degree section of this bulletin for additional information.
Generic Dual Degree Programs
Students may pursue two pre-existing master's degree programs simultaneously. Refer to the master's degree section in this bulletin for additional information.

2.5.4 - Accelerated Dual Degree Program

Students may combine the bachelor's degree with a master's or doctoral degree in an accelerated manner. Refer to the master's or doctoral degree section in this bulletin for additional information.