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About the Programs
Preparing for the MCAT? Considering a career shift from actuary to biostatistician? Planning to enter the education or biomedical devices industry? No matter what your future plans in healthcare are, our programs can support your goals. Our dedicated and experienced educators have designed engaging, relevant and rigorous curricula across seven separate online graduate programs in medical sciences to help you succeed in whatever path you choose.
UF offers three top-tier online master’s degree programs tailored for medical professionals and students:
If you’re interested in earning a graduate credential in only one or two semesters, we offer four exceptional online certificate programs, including:
Every program we offer is asynchronous, so you can complete coursework at your convenience. We also have no GRE requirements and accept students year-round, whether you’re ready to start in the summer, spring or fall. If you’d like to learn more, you can connect with a student outreach and engagement specialist who will be happy to answer your questions.
What Prospective Students Should Know About Our Online Graduate Programs in Medical Physiology
Master’s Degree Program Requirements
In order to enroll in one of our master’s degree programs, students must meet the following requirements:
- A bachelor’s degree with at least five full-semester courses related to biology, the biological sciences, chemistry and/or physics
- A minimum upper-division undergraduate GPA of 3.0
International students are also welcome to apply. Before filling out an application, please review the additional international application requirements here.
Certificate Program Requirements
In order to enroll in one of our online graduate certificate programs, students must have:
- A bachelor’s degree with at least five full-semester courses related to biology, the biological sciences, chemistry and/or physics
- A minimum upper-division undergraduate GPA of 2.0
International students are welcome to apply and should review additional application requirements here.
Advance Your Medical Career
Our master’s degree and graduate certificate programs strive to inspire the next generation of scientists and healthcare professionals as they make their mark on the healthcare industry. We educate students on topics that ignite their passions and prepare them for real-world scenarios in medicine. All of our programs are tailored to ready you for the academic demands of higher-level studies, including:
- Medical school
- Nursing school
- Physician assistant school
- Advanced degree programs in public health
- Ph.D. programs
In addition, these programs help you develop the knowledge needed for the MCAT, National Board exams and similar standardized tests. No matter what high-level exam you’re cramming for, our programs allow you to earn a prestigious certificate or degree and feel confident on the day of your exams (without spending every waking moment studying). It’s a win-win.
One of the most important aspects of receiving a quality education comes from the educators who invest their efforts into designing an engaging curriculum, instructing and facilitating effective lessons and providing a gateway for professional networking and collaboration. At UF, you’re taught by expert faculty who not only check all those boxes but also pride themselves on:
- Tailoring coursework to help prospective students gain access to higher-level medical programs — and thrive once they’re admitted.
- Providing the resources to help students build their knowledge base and strengthen their resume or curriculum vitae.
- Offering three distinct master’s degree options crafted to the unique interests and career goals of each prospective student.
Use Your Education to Secure STEM Opportunities
Professionals in STEM occupations typically have higher average salaries than other workers. In addition, their respective fields show more rapid growth than non-STEM careers. With a graduate certificate or master’s degree from one of the nation’s top 50 universities, you can gain practical knowledge to help you succeed in your education and in a STEM-related profession.
*The diploma and transcript will read: Master of Science, Major Medical Sciences, Concentration Medical Physiology and Pharmacology.
**The diploma and transcript will read: Master of Science, Major Medical Sciences, Concentration Medical Physiology and Aging.
***The diploma and transcript will read: Master of Science, Major Medical Sciences, Concentration Medical Anatomy & Physiology.