Overview

Translational Research from University of Pennsylvania through flexible, mentored research training and a vibrant interdisciplinary community, learners gain the skills to lead in academic medicine, industry, and beyond.

Key facts

The MSTR program fosters scientific innovation, agility, and professional growth in a rapidly evolving biomedical landscape.

Through a combination of coursework and a mentored research project, this 2 year training program will enhance skills in research methods, analytics, responsible conduct of research, and scientific writing.

A robust mentoring structure will support learners through scientific and professional development.

Trainees will design and execute a research project under the guidance of a mentoring team and a thesis advisory committee. Trainees will spend 80% of their time on their research project.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Proposal Development and Study Design

Master of Science in Translational Research LAB
Biostatistics
Disease Measurement
Scientific & Ethical Conduct
Data Manuscript Writing
Grantsmanship for Career Development Awards
Writing an NIH Grant

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-06-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

12 alternative credits

course units

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Philadelphia, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

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Other requirements

General requirements

must be enrolled at the University of Pennsylvania in the MD, DMD, VMD, Nursing, or Biomedical Science PhD programs

must have a primary research mentor and a translational research project based at Perelman School of Medicine and/or Children's
Curriculum Vitae

Personal statement (one page)

Describe your career goals and what skills you need to reach those goals

Include a learning plan of the activities that will help you attain these skills

Research plan: 2-3 page description of proposed research project. Projects should be translational in nature, including translation of discoveries into human experimentation and implementation into clinical practice.

Unofficial Transcripts from all institutions attended.
Three letters of support

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

13108 USD / module

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Out-of-State

13108 USD / module

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Domestic

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In-State

13108 USD / module

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Additional Details

Tuition fee per 2 course units

Living costs

Philadelphia

United States

1313 - 2284 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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