Master of Medicine at Stanford University

Stanford University

United States of America, Stanford

University Rank:#3

The Medicine at Stanford University is a Master program designed for students who want to build the knowledge and skills required for careers in this field. Delivered on campus at the university's main campus in Stanford , United States of America, the program is taught in English and takes 2 years to complete. Students study in a Full Time environment while preparing for future professional opportunities. Tuition fees are USD 21,249 / term, with the next intake on June 24, 2270.

About Master of Medicine

Master of Science in Medicine with a subplan in Biomedical Investigation

The goal of the Stanford Berg Scholars Program (Master of Science in Medicine with a subplan in Biomedical Investigation) is to address decreasing numbers of physician-scientists by shortening the training period without compromising quality of research, focusing instead on individualized career development of our M.D.-only physician-scientists by placing them in outstanding research groups led by experienced faculty.

Berg Scholars must complete all Stanford University requirements for the Master in Science (M.S.) in Medicine in Biomedical Investigation while pursuing their M.D. Students must adhere to the University's residency requirements. Units may not be duplicated or double-counted toward the residency requirement for both degrees. Students must complete the master's degree requirements within three years of the first graduate quarter of the M.S.

Degree Requirements

Course Requirements

Students are required to complete 280 minimum units (combined M.S. and M.D.) to graduate. These unit are broken down as follows:

45 unduplicated units taken in specific courses for the M.S. degree
- 33 units in research
- 12 units of coursework (11 required plus 1 elective)
235 units in pre-clinical and clinical clerkships for the M.D. degree

Only courses 100 level or above can be counted towards the degree. A minimum of 23 units must be at the 200-level or above. All courses towards the 45 unit requirement must receive a passing grade.

The Stanford Berg Scholars Program (Master of Science in Medicine with a subplan in Biomedical Investigation) positions you as a physician-scientist. We shorten your training period without compromising the quality of research, focusing instead on your individualized career development as an M.D.-only physician-scientist by placing you in outstanding research groups led by experienced faculty.

The following competencies serve as a guide for curriculum development and evaluation of the success of the training program and its graduates.

For additional information on the associated educational objectives please refer to the MD Program Handbook and Policy Manual Section 2.1 Competencies and Objectives for Medical Student Education.

Patient Care: Provide patient-centered care that is compassionate, appropriate, and effective for the treatment of health problems and the promotion of health
Knowledge for Practice: Demonstrate knowledge of established and evolving biomedical, clinical, epidemiological and social-behavioral sciences, as well as the application of this knowledge to patient care
Interpersonal and Communication Skills: Demonstrate interpersonal and communication skills that result in the effective exchange of information and collaboration with patients, their families, and health professionals
Professionalism: Demonstrate a commitment to carrying out professional responsibilities and an adherence to ethical principles and respect for codes of conduct
Discovery: Demonstrate the intellectual curiosity necessary for scientific discovery and self-discovery through active participation in research
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion and Social Determinants of Health: Demonstrate acumen for how DEI and SDH impact delivery and access of care within the greater healthcare systems for diverse patient populations
Practice-Based Learning and Improvement: Demonstrate the ability to investigate and evaluate one's care of patients, to appraise and assimilate scientific evidence, and to continuously improve patient care based on constant self-evaluation and life-long learning
Systems-Based Practice: Demonstrate an awareness of and responsiveness to the larger context and system of health care, as well as the ability to call effectively on other resources in the system to provide optimal health care
Interprofessional Collaboration: Demonstrate the ability to engage in an interprofessional team in a manner that optimizes safe, effective patient- and population-centered care
Personal and Professional Development: Demonstrate the qualities required to sustain lifelong personal and professional growth

Disciplines

School of Medicine

Requirements and Admission Criteria for Master of Medicine at Stanford University

Entry Requirements

At Stanford, we practice holistic admission. Each piece in your application is part of an integrated and comprehensive whole.

One piece tells us about your background and life experiences, another about your school and your academic achievement. We learn from others about your character and intellectual contributions. In your essays, we learn about your ideas and interests, and what is meaningful to you.

Each year we aim to enroll a class of diverse backgrounds and experiences, talents, academic interests, and ways of viewing the world.

In a holistic review, we seek to understand how you, as a whole person, would grow, contribute and thrive at Stanford, and how Stanford would, in turn, be changed by you.

Academic Excellence

The primary criterion for admission to Stanford is academic excellence. We look for your preparation and potential to succeed. We expect you to challenge yourself throughout high school and to do very well.

The most important credential for evaluating your academic record is your high school transcript. Please know that our evaluation goes beyond any numerical formula. There is no minimum GPA or test score, nor is there any specific number of AP or honors courses you must have on your transcript in order to have your application reviewed or be admitted to Stanford.

For more complete information on our curriculum guidelines for first-year students, please visit our Academic Preparation page.

Intellectual Vitality

We want to see your commitment, dedication and genuine interest in expanding your intellectual horizons, both in what you write about yourself and in what others write on your behalf. We want to see the kind of curiosity and enthusiasm that will allow you to spark a lively discussion in a first-year seminar and continue the conversation at the dinner table. We want to see the energy and depth of commitment you will bring to your endeavors, whether that means in a research lab, as part of a community organization, during a performance or on an athletic field. We want to see the initiative with which you seek out opportunities and expand your perspective.

Extracurricular Activities

Learning about your extracurricular activities and nonacademic interests helps us understand your potential contributions to the Stanford community. Students often assume our primary concern is the number of activities in which a student participates. In fact, an exceptional depth of experience in one or two activities may demonstrate your passion more than minimal participation in five or six clubs. You may also hold down a job or have family responsibilities. These are as important as any other extracurricular activity. In general, we want to understand the impact you have had at your job, in your family, in a club, in your school or in the larger community, and we want to learn of the impact that experience has had on you.

In some cases, exceptional abilities in athletics may influence our decision if the applicant is otherwise well qualified, but such abilities never, by themselves, ensure admission to Stanford.

Context

Just as no two Stanford students are the same, each applicant to Stanford is unique. This means that as we review each application, we pay careful attention to unique circumstances. We take into account your background, educational pathway, and work and family responsibilities. By focusing on your achievements in context, we evaluate how you have excelled in your school environment and how you have taken advantage of what is available to you in your school and community.

It is important to know these variables are not listed in order of importance in our evaluation and selection process. We review applications holistically. No portion of the application is considered without the rest of the application.

English Requirements

TOEFLMin 100

Tuition and Fee Information for Master of Medicine at Stanford University

Tuition Fee

21,249 / term

Application Fee 90

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Master of Medicine at Stanford University

Stanford University

United States of America, Stanford