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    MS in Public Health Microbiology and Emerging Infectious Diseases

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    Washington, DC, USMSIn-person2 years
    STEM-OPT
    $69,930.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    10
    Cohort
    students
    36
    Credits
    $80.00
    App fee

    MS in Public Health Microbiology and Emerging Infectious Diseases at George Washington University is a 36-credit, 2-year, in-person MS program based in Washington, DC, US. Tuition is $69,930 and the program is STEM-OPT eligible for international students.

    About the program

    The program covers microbial pathogens, disease mechanisms, epidemiologic principles, and biotechnologies like genomics for detection, surveillance, investigation, and control of infectious diseases. It includes coursework in epidemiology, microbiology, virology, and a final project.

    Focus: both
    US News #11 (school); Epidemiology #13

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    Deadlines

    Spring 2027
    Oct 1, 2026

    Standardized tests

    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), 24 months STEM OPT (US)

    $25,200.00
    Annual living cost

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does MS in Public Health Microbiology and Emerging Infectious Diseases at George Washington University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for MS in Public Health Microbiology and Emerging Infectious Diseases at George Washington University is $69,930 across 36 required credits.
    Is MS in Public Health Microbiology and Emerging Infectious Diseases at George Washington University online or in-person?
    MS in Public Health Microbiology and Emerging Infectious Diseases at George Washington University is offered in-person.
    How long does MS in Public Health Microbiology and Emerging Infectious Diseases at George Washington University take to complete?
    MS in Public Health Microbiology and Emerging Infectious Diseases at George Washington University is structured around 2 years and 36 credits.
    Is MS in Public Health Microbiology and Emerging Infectious Diseases at George Washington University STEM-OPT eligible?
    Yes - MS in Public Health Microbiology and Emerging Infectious Diseases at George Washington University is STEM-OPT designated, allowing international graduates to extend their post-completion OPT for up to 36 months total.
    How large is the MS in Public Health Microbiology and Emerging Infectious Diseases at George Washington University cohort?
    MS in Public Health Microbiology and Emerging Infectious Diseases at George Washington University typically enrolls around 10 students per cohort.