Admissions Prerequisites
Admission is competitive for our programs. Applicants must meet both the requirements of the University of Washington Graduate School and the requirements of the department. Please see the prerequisites specific to the program that you are applying to.
MS programs & MPH program in Environmental and Occupational Health
MPH program in Occupational and Environmental Medicine
PhD program in Toxicology or Environmental & Occupational Hygiene
MS Programs and MPH in Environmental & Occupational Health:
Prerequisites and Minimum Requirements
Degree | Baccalaureate degree in science or engineering*, with coursework in the areas specified below. *Applicants with non-science degrees may also be considered if the prerequisite course requirements have been satisfied. |
Coursework* | Physics: One year of physics, covering mechanics, electromagnetism, oscillatory motion, and waves. Chemistry: One year of general chemistry and two quarters (one semester) of organic chemistry. One quarter of physical chemistry or quantitative chemistry is desirable. Mathematics: One quarter of differential and integral calculus. Additional calculus is desirable. Biology: One year of biology. *An applicant deficient in one or more of the above areas, if accepted, may be required to remedy the deficiency before entering or during the first year of the program. |
GPA | The University of Washington Graduate School requires a minimum GPA of 3.0 for the last two years (90 credits) of study. Applicants with exceptional strengths in other areas with a GPA below 3.0 may still be considered. |
GRE | Graduate Record Examination (GRE) scores of 1,000 (sum of verbal and quantitative raw scores) and 3.5 analytical writing are required.* No specific subject area tests are required. * All applicants are required to submit official GRE scores with the exception of applicants holding a doctoral degree from an accredited U.S. institution, who are exempted from the GRE requirement. |
TOEFL | International Students and Permanent Residents Only*. Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFLibt) scores of 92 (or 580 paper or 237 computer) or above. The test must be taken within two years of the date that the applicant will begin the program. * This requirement cannot not waived unless applicant can demonstrate English proficiency with an alternative method described by Graduate School Memorandum 8. |
MPH in Occupational and Environmental Medicine:
Prerequisites and Minimum Requirements
Degree | An MD, DO, or PhD degree is required for admission to MPH in Occupational and Environmental Medicine program. Applicants should also have prior coursework in the following areas: |
Coursework* | Physics: One year of physics, covering mechanics, electromagnetism, oscillatory motion, and waves. Chemistry: A minimum of two years of chemistry, including courses in general and organic chemistry. Additional chemistry courses, such as physical chemistry, biochemistry, and/or quantitative analysis are highly recommended. Mathematics: Calculus, including differential and integral calculus. A course in general statistics is strongly recommended. Biology: One year of general biology. At least one additional advanced biology course, such as molecular biology, genetics, mammalian and/or cell physiology, vertebrate anatomy or histology is highly recommended. *An applicant deficient in one or more of the above areas, if accepted, may be required to remedy the deficiency before entering or during the first year of the program. |
GPA | The University of Washington Graduate School requires a minimum GPA of 3.0 for the last two years (90 credits) of study. Applicants with exceptional strengths in other areas with a GPA below 3.0 may still be considered. |
GRE | Graduate Record Examination (GRE) scores are not required of applicants holding a doctoral degree from an accredited U.S. institution. However, doctoral applicants are encouraged to submit self-reported scores previously attained for ease of application review. |
TOEFL | International Students and Permanent Residents Only*. Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFLibt) scores of 92 (or 580 paper or 237 computer) or above. The test must be taken within two years of the date that the applicant will begin the program. * This requirement cannot not waived unless applicant can demonstrate English proficiency with an alternative method described by Graduate School Memorandum 8. |
Applicants to the Residency in Occupational & Environmental Medicine must also satisfy the following requirements: | |
Degree | Graduation from a Class A medical school (United States, Canada, or equivalent) |
Internship | Completion of one year of approved internship; three years training in primary care specialty is encouraged. |
WA License Eligibility | Eligibility for a full Washington State Medical License. |
Do not apply to the Graduate School MPH program until you have been accepted into the Residency/Fellowship program in Occupational and Environmental Medicine.For application materials and further information, write or phone: | |
Special Instructions for Applicants from Madigan Army Medical Center to Occupational & Environmental Medicine | |
PhD Programs: Prerequisites and Minimum Requirements | |
Degree | Baccalaureate degree in science or engineering*, with coursework in the areas specified below. *Applicants with non-science degrees may also be considered if prerequisite course requirements have been satisfied. |
Coursework* | Physics: One year of physics, covering mechanics, electromagnetism, oscillatory motion, and waves Chemistry: A minimum of two years of chemistry, including courses in general and organic chemistry. Additional chemistry courses, such as physical chemistry, biochemistry, and/or quantitative analysis are highly recommended. Mathematics: Calculus, including differential and integral calculus. A course in general statistics is strongly recommended. Biology: One year of general biology. At least one additional advanced biology course, such as molecular biology, genetics, mammalian and/or cell physiology, vertebrate anatomy or histology is highly recommended. *An applicant deficient in one or more of the above areas, if accepted, may be required to remedy the deficiency before entering or during the first year of the program. |
GPA | Grade point averages of 3.5 or higher are recommended. The University of Washington Graduate School requires a minimum GPA of 3.0 for the last two years (90 credits) of study. |
GRE | Graduate Record Examination (GRE) scores of 1,200 (sum of verbal and quantitative raw scores) and 3.5 analytical writing are required.* No specific subject area tests are required. * All applicants are required to submit official GRE scores with the exception of applicants holding a doctoral degree from an accredited U.S. institution, who are exempted from the GRE requirement. However, doctoral applicants are encouraged to submit self-reported scores previously attained for ease of application review. |
TOEFL | International Students and Permanent Residents Only*. Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFLibt) scores of 92 (or 580 paper or 237 computer) or above. The test must be taken within two years of the date that the applicant will begin the program. * This requirement cannot not waived unless applicant can demonstrate English proficiency with an alternative method described by Graduate School Memorandum 8. |
