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    Master of Science in Clinical Research (M.S.)

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    Los Angeles, USMSIn-person2 years
    72.7%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    8
    Cohort
    students
    48
    Credits
    $135.00
    App fee

    Master of Science in Clinical Research (M.S.) at University of California-Los Angeles is a 48-credit, 2-year, in-person MS program based in Los Angeles, US.

    About the program

    Develops skills to design and conduct clinical research including trials and observational studies, analyze data, compete for funding, and present results. Offers tracks in Research/Clinical Trials, Biomedical Informatics, and Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning.

    Focus: both

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    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US)

    $22,500.00
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    Prerequisites

    Specific coursework this program expects you to have completed: calculus, linear algebra, programming, statistics, and subject-specific prerequisites where applicable.

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    Frequently asked questions

    Is Master of Science in Clinical Research (M.S.) at University of California-Los Angeles online or in-person?
    Master of Science in Clinical Research (M.S.) at University of California-Los Angeles is offered in-person.
    How long does Master of Science in Clinical Research (M.S.) at University of California-Los Angeles take to complete?
    Master of Science in Clinical Research (M.S.) at University of California-Los Angeles is structured around 2 years and 48 credits.
    What GPA is required for Master of Science in Clinical Research (M.S.) at University of California-Los Angeles?
    Per the program's published guidance: 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
    How competitive is Master of Science in Clinical Research (M.S.) at University of California-Los Angeles?
    Master of Science in Clinical Research (M.S.) at University of California-Los Angeles reports an acceptance rate of approximately 72.7%.
    How large is the Master of Science in Clinical Research (M.S.) at University of California-Los Angeles cohort?
    Master of Science in Clinical Research (M.S.) at University of California-Los Angeles typically enrolls around 8 students per cohort.