MS in Clinical Research

Applicants to the MS program must hold a minimum of a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution (or qualifying foreign institution). In addition, evidence of strong quantitative skills and computer literacy are critical to successful completion of the program. In submitting your application, the following items are required:

• A completed online application
• Official transcripts from all academic institutions attended
• GRE scores OR USMLE (US Medical Licensing Examination) OR DAT (Dental Admission Test)
• For non-US applicants where English is not the official language, TOEFL scores are required
• An updated CV/resume
• A one-page statement of purpose describing career goals/aspirations
• Minimum of two letters of recommendation (either academic or professional)
• Application fee of $100 (*See information below for Application Fee Waiver Policy)
  

Completed applications will be accepted from November 1st through May 15th in the given academic year. The Admissions Committee will review only completed applications and will select the leading applicants for interviews. Applicants will generally be notified of the admission decision within three to five weeks after the personal interview.

NOTE: All foreign credentials must be evaluated by Educational Credential Evaluators. The course-by-course document is required. For further information, contact the program coordinator.

APPLICATION FEE WAIVER POLICY

NYU College of Dentistry is committed to recruiting a diverse student body. Fee waivers for the NYU College of Dentistry application fee are granted based on one of the following criteria:

• Financial hardship
• U.S. military members / U.S. veterans
• Teach for America alumni

To request an application fee waiver for the MS program, please submit a request in writing to dental.admissions@nyu.edu prior to submitting your application.

The request should include your full name and program for which you are applying, along with the following documents:

• Copy of your Student Aid Report (SAR) for financial hardship, or
• Documentation of service if you meet the other criteria

If you have been out of school and do not have a SAR, you may send a copy of your most recent tax return (form 1040). Please include all pages of the tax form.

We will notify you via email once your request for an application fee waiver has been approved.