What combined degree programs are currently available?
The Population Health M.S. program currently offers a combined degree option with the Sociology PhD degree. Students need to apply and be admitted to each program separately. The Population Health Ph.D. program currently offers a dual degree option with the MD program through the Medical Scientist Training Program (MSTP). This program provides integrated graduate training in scientific research and clinical medicine. Admission to the MSTP guarantees the applicant a position in the MD program. Although one may do so, it is not necessary that students apply to the UW Graduate School until they are accepted into the MSTP. The Program will then assist students in applying to the Graduate School. A dual degree with the Population Health Ph.D. program and the Master of Public Health (MPH) is currently in the planning stages. Students can also pursue a joint or double degree on their own. A student who wishes to earn a joint or double degree must be admitted to each applicable program and rec
