Medical Sciences, MS
Master of Science in Medical Sciences
Curriculum Overview
The M.S. in Medical Sciences program includes coursework from the OSU-CHS Graduate Certificate in Medical Sciences and preclinical Biomedical coursework from the College of Osteopathic Medicine. This integrated curriculum is designed to strengthen foundational biomedical knowledge and support academic progression toward professional goals.
Degree Requirements
This is a non-thesis master’s program requiring a total of 32 credit hours:
- 30 credit hours of coursework
- 2 credit hours of capstone project
The capstone is an independent study project aligned with each student’s academic and career interests.
Admissions Requirements
The M.S. in Medical Sciences program welcomes:
- Students who have successfully completed the OSU-CHS Graduate Certificate in Medical Sciences, or
- Students currently matriculating in the OSU College of Osteopathic Medicine.
At this time, the program is not accepting applications from at-large or international applicants.
Eligible applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Earned a baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited institution
- Earned an OSU Graduate Certificate in Medical Sciences or matriculated in the OSU College of Osteopathic Medicine.
- Minimum 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale
Applicants must submit a Goals Statement that clearly outlines:
- Academic and professional goals
- How the M.S. in Medical Sciences will support those goals
- Relevant experiences or qualifications that demonstrate readiness for graduate-level study
Academics
The M.S. in Medical Sciences program includes graduate-level coursework from multiple OSU-CHS academic units, including Biomedical Sciences, Forensic Sciences, Global Health, and Health Care Administration. The curriculum is designed to support academic progression and professional development for students with distinct educational pathways.
Program structure and course sequencing may vary depending on each student’s background and enrollment status.
Cost
Students enrolled in the M.S. in Medical Sciences program will complete 32 credit hours. Cost estimates below are based on 2025-2026 tuition rates. Fees are assessed separately and may vary depending on course selection and student services.
OSU-CHS Graduate Online (Beginning Fall 2026)
| Tuition and Fees | Cost |
|---|---|
| Oklahoma Resident Online Tuition | $285.00 per credit hour |
| Non-Resident Online Tuition | $421.00 per credit hour |
| Web Course Fee | $25 per credit hour |
| Graduate Master's (GM), Graduate Certificate (GC), or Graduate Specialist (GS) Fee | $2.50 per credit hour |
| Graduate Doctorate (DO) or Doctorate Specialist (DS) Fee | $3.00 per credit hour |
OSU-CHS Graduate On-Campus (Beginning Fall 2026)
| Tuition and Fees | Cost |
|---|---|
| Resident Tuition | $244.90 per credit hour |
| Non-Resident Tuition | $921.50 per credit hour |
| Technology Services Fee | $10.41 per credit hour |
| Library Automation Fee | $7.50 per credit hour |
| Student Records Fee | $3.35 per credit hour |
| Graduate Master's (GM), Graduate Certificate (GC), or Graduate Specialist (GS) Fee | $2.50 per credit hour |
| Graduate Doctorate (DO) or Doctorate Specialist (DS) Fee | $3.00 per credit hour |
| Security Services Fee | $5.80 per credit hour |
| Facility Maintenance Fee | $29.49 per credit hour |
| Student Activity Fee | $7.72 per credit hour |
| Laboratory Fee (on-campus lab courses) | $125.00 per course |
| Web Course Fee (for 100% online courses only) | $25.00 per course |
| Student Health Fee | $64.00 per semester |
For a detailed OSU-CHS tuition and fee schedule, visit the following: Tuition & Financial Aid | Oklahoma State University