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Admissions

Admissions Requirements

To apply to the PhD in Neuromotor Science program, you must have the equivalent of a baccalaureate degree from an accredited institution with a minimum cumulative undergraduate GPA of a 3.0. You do not need a master’s degree to apply for the PhD program.

Before applying, we recommend that students explore the Neuromotor Science (NMS) Research Consortium site to investigate areas of research focus in the various NMS laboratories to identify opportunities for mentored research.

Application

Students will apply using the SOPHAS Centralized Application Service. The documents required below will all be submitted through the SOPHAS system.

Transcripts

Submit official transcripts from all the undergraduate and graduate institutions you’ve attended. Please mail all of your official transcripts to the following address.

SOPHAS Transcript Processing Center
PO Box 9111
Watertown, MA 02471

Letters of Recommendation

Submit three letters of recommendation from evaluators who can speak to your capacity for doctoral-level research and study.

Statement of Goals

 In 750 words or fewer 

  • describe why you’re interested in the PhD in Health Policy and Health Services Research in particular.
  • articulate your academic and research achievements and interests.
  • detail how your interest in health policy relates to your career goals and to the work of faculty members associated with the PhD program. Alignment of your interests with the work of the faculty members in the department plays a significant role in admissions decisions, so emphasize linkages wherever you can. Learn more about faculty research interests.
Writing Sample

The writing sample should be no more than 10 pages unless it is a published work. The department prefers scholarly articles, technical reports or academic professional papers.

Standardized Test Scores

Your score should be at the 50th percentile or higher. Official GRE scores should be sent to SOPHAS using code 0151. This requirement can be waived for doctoral candidates with a terminal degree from an accredited U.S. institution.

Résumé

A current résumé or CV must be submitted with your application.

Laptop Requirement

Laptops are integrated into the curriculum at the College of Public Health to improve opportunities for active learning and provide greater access to specialized software and required tools in and out of the classroom. Incoming students are required to have a laptop that meets certain minimum hardware specifications. Review full laptop requirements.

Additional Requirements for International Students

  • For applicants whose native language is not English, the TOEFL is required with a minimum score of 79 on the iBT. These scores should be sent officially to SOPHAS using the SOPHAS-specific TOEFL code of: 5688.
  • A WES evaluation is required for applicants who completed their degree outside of the United States. This can be requested and submitted through SOPHAS.

Application Deadlines

Fall term: Jan. 5. Applications received after this date will be reviewed as space and funding allows.
Spring term: Nov. 1