Doctor of Philosophy/Medical Scientist Training Program (PhD/MD)
Combine public health research expertise with the clinical training of the Medical Scientist Training Program. You’ll gain the expertise to transform health and well-being and learn alongside professionals who provide the mentorship, sponsorship and training to ensure your success as a physician-scientist and public health leader.
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Doctor of Philosophy
Advance your public health and research expertise to create positive change in public health systems and policies. Complete your doctoral training in one of five critical public health disciplines while elevating your research skills to prepare you for a unique research agenda.
Doctor of Medicine, Medical Scientist Training Program
Take advantage of Ohio State’s modern medical education to prepare you to shape the future of medicine. Choose from three tracks in the program’s rigorous curriculum. Each provides extensive training in research and clinical medicine.
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Start your journey: Application steps
Candidates must apply to and be accepted by both the College of Public Health and College of Medicine programs individually. Admission to one program does not guarantee admission to the other. Please review the requirements and deadlines for each program to ensure your applications are complete.