PhD in Epidemiology

Class Profile

Class Size

30

Average Age

29

Average Work Experience

4 Years

Diversity

Others:

12%

New York:

7%

Ohio:

10%

Pennsylvania:

58%

New Jersey:

8%

Maryland:

6%

Career Outcomes

Median Earnings After Graduation

$1,10,000 / year

Graduation Rate

85%

Top recruiters

National Health and Medical Research Council

Abbott Laboratories

Medtronic

AbbVie

Ecolab

QinetiQ

ABB

NXP Semiconductors

LabCorp

Abbott

Syngenta

Medibank

Uniqlo

Fees and Funding

Tuition Fees

$34,000 / year

Overall Cost

$50,000 / year

FAQs

• How many doctoral students do you accept?

  

  Our doctoral program usually enrolls 10 – 12 new students each academic year.

• How can I strengthen my doctoral application?

  

  Success in a doctoral program of study requires a willingness to learn, academic aptitude, quantitative skills, and independent and critical thinking skills. Applicants should highlight or undertake experiences that can develop their strengths in these areas.

• How much previous work experience is needed for a doctoral applicant?

  

  Work experience varies greatly by applicant. Several years of work experience is not required; however, most of our PhD applicants have master’s degrees and/or field experience to support their applications.

• Is there a minimum GPA requirement?

  

  There is not a minimum GPA requirement, but applicants should have demonstrated academic aptitude at a level that indicates a potential to succeed in a graduate program.