Admission Requirements

applications for 2024 fall admission into the Health policy and health services research phd program are open until dec. 15 2023

Admission Requirements

Ideal applicants will have demonstrated an interest in health policy or health services through a master's degree and/or relevant work experience.  Applicants should have an understanding of quantitative concepts demonstrated by coursework or work experience. 

All applicants to the Ph.D. Program in Health Policy must include the following in the application:

  • Statement of Purpose that includes the concentration(s) and/or policy area(s) of interest
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Official transcripts for all college/university degrees and courses
  • GRE score (optional)
  • TOEFL score for applicants who have not completed a degree from an English-speaking institution (will also accept IELTS or Duolingo score)
  • CV
Vanderbilt University is committed to principles of equal opportunity and affirmative action, and encourages individuals from diverse, under-represented populations to apply to its graduate programs. The university does not discriminate against individuals on the basis of race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, color, national or ethnic origin, socio-economic background, or disability.    

Fall 2024 applications are available here under Biomedical & Biological Sciences: https://gradschool.vanderbilt.edu/admissions/application/index.php.

Applications are due Dec. 15 each year. 


How to Apply

To apply online visit the Vanderbilt Graduate School.

  • Select Apply Now
  • Create an account and login
  • Select start new application
  • Complete the Program page with the information below

screen capture of the phd program application interface