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    Master of Science in Comparative Effectiveness Research

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    Chicago, USMSOnline2 years
    $25,376.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    32
    Credits
    $70.00
    App fee

    Master of Science in Comparative Effectiveness Research at University of Illinois Chicago is a 32-credit, 2-year, online MS program based in Chicago, US. Tuition is $25,376.

    About the program

    The program covers research methods for comparing benefits and harms of interventions in real-world settings, including biostatistics, epidemiology, pharmacoepidemiology, systematic reviews, economic evaluations, and pharmaceutical policy.

    Focus: coursework
    Part-time option

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2026
    Aug 1, 2026
    Spring 2027
    Nov 15, 2026

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    required
    Min TOEFL iBT (exams taken on or after January 21, 2026): 4.5 total (Reading 4, Listening 4, Speaking 4.5, Writing 4.5); TOEFL iBT (exams taken prior to January 21, 2026): 80 total (Reading 19, Listening 17, Speaking 20, Writing 21)
    IELTS
    required
    Min IELTS Academic 6.5 overall (6.0 in each band: Reading, Listening, Speaking, Writing)

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US)

    $15,000.00
    Annual living cost

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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

    How much does Master of Science in Comparative Effectiveness Research at University of Illinois Chicago cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Science in Comparative Effectiveness Research at University of Illinois Chicago is $25,376 across 32 required credits.
    Is Master of Science in Comparative Effectiveness Research at University of Illinois Chicago online or in-person?
    Master of Science in Comparative Effectiveness Research at University of Illinois Chicago is offered online, so students can complete coursework remotely.
    How long does Master of Science in Comparative Effectiveness Research at University of Illinois Chicago take to complete?
    Master of Science in Comparative Effectiveness Research at University of Illinois Chicago is structured around 2 years and 32 credits.
    What GPA is required for Master of Science in Comparative Effectiveness Research at University of Illinois Chicago?
    Per the program's published guidance: 2.75/4.00
    What work-permit options follow Master of Science in Comparative Effectiveness Research at University of Illinois Chicago?
    Post-completion work rights for Master of Science in Comparative Effectiveness Research at University of Illinois Chicago: 12 months OPT (US)