Global Child Health
Admissions
The application for the Graduate School is free. Application information can be found at stjude.org/graduate-school. Applicants must complete the entire application and attach the required supporting documents (listed below) to be considered. Applicants must have at least an undergraduate degree (i.e., BA, BS, or equivalent). Those with an advanced clinical degree (i.e., MD, DO, PharmD, DVM, DDS, etc.) will also be considered. Degrees can be awarded by a U.S.-accredited institution or from accredited institutions outside of the U.S. At the present time, the Global Child Health program can accept international applications from international students. There is no minimum grade-point average (GPA) however, it is expected that the application materials demonstrate that the applicant has broad training and is equipped to succeed in graduate coursework and research.
Eligibility
Applicants must have one of the following combinations of academic credentials and work experience:
- an advanced degree in a health-related field and at least five years of relevant work experience.
- bachelor’s degree and at least five years of relevant post-baccalaureate work experience in a relevant health-related field (eg. epidemiology, global health, health and social behavior, health management or health policy).
Required Supporting Documents
- A curriculum vitae that describes in full detail the applicant’s academic background, including degrees, research experience, awards, publications, presentations, and other achievements.
- Unofficial transcripts of academic records (final, official transcripts are due upon matriculation). The unofficial transcripts should be submitted via the online application. Transcripts not in English must be accompanied by a certified word-by-word, English translation and uploaded online during the application process. Official transcripts should be sent directly to the Graduate School Registrar (via mail service: 262 Danny Thomas Place, MS1500, Memphis, TN 38105 or via transcript delivery service: registrar@stjude.org).
- Letters of reference from three mentors, professors, or supervisors. The letters must describe the student’s academic successes, background in research, potential for achievement at the graduate level, and capacity for creative, self-directed study.
- Three-page (single spaced, 11- or 12-point font) personal statement outlining:
- your personal motivation for pursuing the MS in Global Child Health, how your past experiences and training have contributed to your interests
- what differentiates you as an applicant: your strengths, areas to improve, research interests, academic interests, professional interests and leadership potential
- describe a child health issue that you find most pressing. How do you think this program will complement your professional experience and personal interests in addressing this issue?
- your professional goals upon completion of the program and why the MS in Global Child Health, at this point in your career, is the best way to attain those goals
Late Enrollment
Late enrollment is only available at the Dean’s sole discretion and under advisement of the program Associate Dean(s) and the Admissions Committee.
English Language Proficiency
All students must be proficient in English because all instruction and course materials will be provided in the English language.
Admissions Procedure
The application opens September 1 and required supporting documents will be accepted through December 1 for admission to the following academic year. The application and required supporting documents must be received by 11:59 pm PST on December 1 for best consideration. The Dean may waive this deadline only under exceptional circumstances and at their discretion. The Admissions Committee will review all applications, and the top applicants will be invited to participate in an online interview. During the online interview, the students will meet with a member of the Admissions Committee.