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Master of Science Degree

Indiana University School of Medicine offers Master of Science degrees in Anatomy, Cell Biology and Physiology with different learning tracks that prepare students for successful careers in research or education, or entry into professional clinical programs of study such as medicine, occupational therapy or physical therapy. These are independent degrees and not required as a prerequisite for the Anatomy, Cell Biology and Physiology doctoral degrees.

Admissions Requirements

Applicants to the IU School of Medicine master’s degree program in Anatomy, Cell Biology and Physiology should have a bachelor’s degree in the sciences with a minimum GPA of 3.0, or a substantial knowledge base in these disciplines, as well as scores from the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) or Medical College Admission Test (MCAT) or Dental Admission Test (DAT). Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) is required of international applicants.

Applicants applying with MCAT or DAT scores must attach score reports to the application as a separate document or email to the Department of Anatomy, Cell Biology and Physiology.

The Anatomy, Cell Biology and Physiology master's degree tracks have a rolling admissions process. Each track has application periods and start-date options.

Graduation Requirements

All tracks of the master’s program in Anatomy, Cell Biology and Physiology require a total of 30 credit hours for the degree.

Education MS

Education MS

Applications for the MS Clinical Anatomy Track are accepted Sept. 3 through July 1. Students begin in the fall semester only.

Preprofessional MS

Preprofessional MS

Applications for the Preprofessional MS are accepted year-round but should be submitted by July 1 for admission in the fall semester of the same year. Students may begin studies either in fall, spring or summer semester.