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151 Best PhD Medicine & Health Sciences Programs in the United States

Across the United States, 79 universities offer 151 PhD Medicine & Health Sciences programs, typically lasting 4–6 years. Courses from University of California, Berkeley, Georgia Institute of Technology and University of Southern California come first, because those universities rank highest.

145PhD / Doctorate
MU Mississippi University for Women logo
#1,383 in United States United States

Nursing Practice

Mississippi University for Women — Course OverviewThe PhD in Nursing Practice at the Mississippi University for Women is designed for professionals eager to advance their careers in nursing while contribut...

PhD / DoctorateLevel
4–6 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
FallIntake
Medicine & Health Sciences
146PhD / Doctorate
BG Boston Graduate School of Psychoanalysis logo
#1,614 in United States United States

Doctor of Psychoanalysis (PsyaD)

Boston Graduate School of Psychoanalysis — The Doctor of Psychoanalysis (PsyaD) at Boston Graduate School of Psychoanalysis is a comprehensive program designed for individuals seeking to deepen their understanding...

PhD / DoctorateLevel
4–6 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
FallIntake
Medicine & Health Sciences
147PhD / Doctorate
BG Boston Graduate School of Psychoanalysis logo
#1,614 in United States United States

Hybrid Accelerated PsyaD for Certified Analysts

Boston Graduate School of Psychoanalysis — The Hybrid Accelerated PsyD for Certified Analysts at Boston Graduate School of Psychoanalysis is a groundbreaking program designed for aspiring psychoanalysts seeking to...

PhD / DoctorateLevel
4–6 yearsDuration
BlendedMode
FallIntake
Medicine & Health Sciences
150PhD / Doctorate
AC Allen College logo
#1,693 in United States United States

Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD)

Allen College — The Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD) program at Allen College is designed to equip students with the advanced skills and knowledge necessary to excel in the dynamic f...

PhD / DoctorateLevel
4–6 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
FallIntake
Medicine & Health Sciences

How these courses are ranked

11 of these universities hold a QS World position, from #28 (University of California, Berkeley) to #575 (University of South Carolina); they are listed first, in that order. The rest are ordered by research impact. University of California, Berkeley has the largest research record in this group, with 58,388,527 citations and an h-index of 1,903. 1 university have neither a QS position nor a research record yet and appear at the end, marked "Not yet ranked".

What the courses look like

The usual length is 4–6 years and 5 – 6 Years. 91% are full-time and 11 can be studied online. Start dates lean to Fall (100% of courses with a stated intake) and Spring (2% of courses with a stated intake). National University offers the widest choice, with 9 of these courses.

Frequently asked questions

What are the top universities for PhD Medicine & Health Sciences in the United States?

University of California, Berkeley (QS World #28), Georgia Institute of Technology (QS World #123) and University of Southern California (QS World #146) lead this list. QS World positions come first; the rest are ranked by research impact.

Which is the cheapest university for PhD Medicine & Health Sciences in the United States?

Of those with published fees, The University of Texas at Dallas is the least expensive at about USD 40,144 a year. Fees are indicative — confirm on the university's site.

How long does a PhD Medicine & Health Sciences course take in the United States?

Most listed courses run 4–6 years, with 5 – 6 Years the next most common.

When do PhD Medicine & Health Sciences courses start in the United States?

Fall is the main intake — 100% of courses with a stated start date begin then, and Spring is the second.

Can I study PhD Medicine & Health Sciences online with a university in the United States?

11 of these courses are listed as online.

Which university has the most PhD Medicine & Health Sciences courses in the United States?

National University, with 9, ahead of Oregon Health Sciences University (8).

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