MS in Epidemiology – On-Campus

Dartmouth’s MS in Epidemiology is an analytically focused program that provides interdisciplinary training in epidemiologic methods, statistical analysis, bioinformatics, and population health research. Graduates develop expertise in both the theory and application of epidemiologic methods to address complex public health challenges.

It is recommended that applicants have experience or undergraduate coursework in calculus and computer programming. A course in statistics is also recommended, but not required.

 The capstone is a classroom based, team project, guided by faculty. Industry and academic partners will pitch "big challenges" to the class, and students form teams to attack one of the challenges. Students are mentored through the process of researching the problem, formulating an approach and justifying their approach, building project management and division of labor plans, building and testing data management and statistial analysis plans, compiling the results and reporting back to the class with the project findings. Students will present a poster of their work at a ceremony at the end of the class.

The MS in Epidemiology prepares students for careers in academia, healthcare, government, and non-profit organizations. Example roles include:

• Health Equity Specialist
• Government Epidemiologist
• Disease Surveillance Specialist
• Molecular Epidemiologist
• Clinical Research Coordinator/Associate
• Clinical Supervisor

Yes. Students have opportunities to collaborate with research centers across Dartmouth, including:

• Dartmouth Cancer Center
• Center for Molecular Epidemiology
• Center for Health Equity

This program is ideal for those interested in identifying the underlying causes of disease to inform clinical practice, preventive strategies, and health policy.

The MS in Epidemiology cohort includes students from diverse professional and academic backgrounds:

• 58% recent graduates (within two years of college)
• 24% physicians/clinicians
• 18% mid-career professionals (2+ years of experience)
• Average age: 23

Students come from fields such as medicine, social work, public health, research, policy analysis, and administration.

This is a full-time, on-campus program. Students take four courses per term and spend approximately 55 hours per week on coursework & class time.

While part-time work is possible, the program’s full-time nature requires a significant commitment. Some students manage flexible or remote work, but most focus on their studies and research.