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    MS in Epidemiology

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    Washington, USMPHIn-person2 years
    STEM-OPT
    $64,185.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    45
    Credits

    MS in Epidemiology at George Washington University is a 45-credit, 2-year, in-person MPH program based in Washington, US. Tuition is $64,185 and the program is STEM-OPT eligible for international students.

    About the program

    The program educates students in applying critical and analytical skills to understand disease and human health, with focus areas including chronic disease, infectious disease, methods and analysis, nutritional, environmental, reproductive and perinatal, and translational epidemiology.

    Focus: coursework
    201-300 (Shanghai ARWU) | 12 (US News & World Report - Best Public Health Schools)

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    Deadlines

    Spring 2027
    Dec 15, 2026

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    optional
    Min The GRE is only required for the PhD in Health Data Science Biostatistics Concentration - regardless of prior academic or professional experience. GRE is strongly recommended but not required for the other PhD programs. Applicants may voluntarily submit their Graduate Record Examination test scores to help the admissions committee better
    TOEFL
    required
    Min 100
    IELTS
    required
    Min 7.0 overall with no individual score below 6.0

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US)

    $25,200.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does MS in Epidemiology at George Washington University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for MS in Epidemiology at George Washington University is $64,185 across 45 required credits.
    Is MS in Epidemiology at George Washington University online or in-person?
    MS in Epidemiology at George Washington University is offered in-person.
    How long does MS in Epidemiology at George Washington University take to complete?
    MS in Epidemiology at George Washington University is structured around 2 years and 45 credits.
    Is MS in Epidemiology at George Washington University STEM-OPT eligible?
    Yes - MS in Epidemiology at George Washington University is STEM-OPT designated, allowing international graduates to extend their post-completion OPT for up to 36 months total.
    What work-permit options follow MS in Epidemiology at George Washington University?
    Post-completion work rights for MS in Epidemiology at George Washington University: 12 months OPT (US)