Key information
- Duration: Full-time — 60 months
- Start dates: Starting August 2027
- Application deadline: Apply before Jan 2027
- Language: English
- Credits: 72 SCH
- Delivered: On Campus
- Campus Location: Pittsburgh, United States
- Disciplines: Health Sciences; Translation & Interpreting
Overview
About the program
The Institute for Clinical Research Education at the University of Pittsburgh has designed the PhD Program in Clinical and Translational Science to train researchers in this emerging field that aims to close the gap between basic science and clinical research.
This rigorous and advanced training program is intended primarily for clinicians, and aims to substantially enhance the capabilities of scientists to conduct high-quality clinical and translational research.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Analytical Methods
- Clinical Research Methods
- Pedagogical Methods
- Clinical and Translational Science
- Clinical Rotations
Admission requirements
Academic requirements
- GPA: 3.5
English requirements
- Duolingo English Test: 130
- TOEFL iBT: 100
- IELTS: 7
General requirements
- Candidates must have completed one of the following degrees: MD, DDS, DMD, DO, ND, OD, PharmD, PhD, DNS in nursing, PhD with clinical responsibilities, or other professional degree as deemed appropriate by the selection committee.
- Candidates must have a high level of interest and potential for the pursuit of innovative clinical research as a major focus of their career plan.
- Official transcripts from all academic institutions attended (undergraduate, graduate and medical school)
- Personal Statement and CV/Biosketch
- The online application will require two references to be listed.
- Applicants will be asked to identify a research mentor and provide their contact information.
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
- International (Non-residents): 74,388 AUD / year (≈ 52,730 USD / year)
- Out-of-State: 74,388 AUD / year (≈ 52,730 USD / year)
- Domestic (In-State): 44,653 AUD / year (≈ 31,652 USD / year)
Living costs
Pittsburgh, United States: 1,620-2,742 AUD / month. The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
