Application Materials | MS | Graduate Certificates | MD-MS Dual Degree |
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| Official transcript(s) from each college or university attended | ✓ | ✓ |
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| A personal statement | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Writing sample | ✓ |
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| Resumé or CV | ✓ | ✓ |
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| Letters of Recommendation | 3 | 1-3 (optional) |
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| Verified GRE | Optional |
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| Verified MCAT | ✓ |
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| TOEFL or IELTS score report (international applicants) | ✓ | ✓ |
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Deadlines | MS | Graduate Certificates | MD-MS Dual Degree |
| Fall Semester | July 15 | July 15 | May 1 or April 15 |
| Spring Semester |
| December 15 |
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| Summer Semester | May 15 | April 15 |
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Credits & Courses | MS | Graduate Certificates | MD-MS Dual Degree |
| Duration | 1-2 years |
| 4 years |
| Credit Hours | 30 | 12 | 30 |
Graduate Certificate in Clinical Ethics
Best for: Clinicians, ethics committee members, patient advocates, hospital attorneys
Credits: 12 (4 courses)
Strengthen your ability to navigate complex bedside decisions, end-of-life care, informed consent, and institutional ethics. This 12-credit certificate provides practical training grounded in Foundations of Bioethics, Clinical Ethics, and Current Controversies in Bioethics, plus one elective such as Ethical Theory or Neuroethics. Ideal for professionals seeking applied clinical ethics expertise that directly impacts patient care and hospital policy.
Graduate Certificate in Research Ethics
Best for: Researchers, IRB members, regulatory professionals, students conducting human-subjects research
Credits: 12 (4 courses)
Gain the ethical and regulatory foundation needed to lead responsible research. This certificate covers Foundations of Bioethics, Research Ethics, and Current Controversies in Bioethics, plus one elective tailored to your interests. Designed for investigators and compliance professionals who want practical preparation for IRB service, research oversight, and ethical decision-making in rapidly evolving scientific fields.
Graduate Certificate in Medical Humanities
Best for: Healthcare professionals, medical students, and those interested in the human side of medicine
Credits: 12 (4 courses)
Explore the human experience of illness, caregiving, and medical practice. This interdisciplinary certificate centers on Medical Humanities and includes two courses such as Narrative in Medicine, History of Medicine, or Medicine in Literature & Film, plus one elective. Ideal for those seeking to deepen empathy, communication skills, and reflective practice in healthcare.
MS in Bioethics & Medical Humanities
30 credits | Online or New Orleans | 1–2 Years
Prepare for ethical leadership in healthcare, policy, and research. This interdisciplinary master’s program equips clinicians, scholars, and future healthcare leaders to navigate real-world ethical complexity in medicine and emerging technologies.
The 30-credit curriculum includes seven core courses and three electives, with flexible delivery through in-person and live synchronous online formats. The program is well-suited for:
✔ Clinicians and healthcare professionals
✔ Mid-career professionals in ethics or policy
✔ Students pursuing MD, JD, MPH, or other graduate degrees
✔ Aspiring ethics committee and IRB members
Designed for practical application—not abstract theory—the MS strengthens critical thinking, ethical analysis, and leadership skills. Limited scholarships available.
MD/MS Dual Degree in Bioethics & Medical Humanities
Earn both degrees within four years at Tulane School of Medicine. MD/MS students complete the MS curriculum during the first two years, with coursework intentionally integrated to avoid conflicts with required MD classes. Select electives are offered in the summer before and after Year 1 for added flexibility.
This dual degree is ideal for medical students who want to:
✔ Differentiate themselves for residency
✔ Strengthen ethical leadership skills
✔ Integrate humanities and policy into clinical training
✔ Stand out in academic medicine or healthcare leadership
Limited scholarships available for highly qualified students.
