Academic Degree Programs

This section provides a list of academic and degreed programs relating to clinical research & clinical trials.

To profile your program in this section, please contact Jaclyn Jewell at: 617-856-2924.

  • Boston University -- Certificate in Clinical Research
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  • Duke University -- Post-Master's Certificate in Clinical Research Management
  • Boston University -- Master of Arts in Clinical Investigation
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  • New York University College of Dentistry -- MS/Certificate Programs in Clinical Research
  • Duke University -- Master of Science in Nursing, Clinical Research Management program
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  • University of Southern California -- USC Regulatory Science Program


  • Program Title: Certificate in Clinical Research
    Institution: Boston University
    Location: 715 Albany Street, Boston, Massachusetts
    Start Date: May 20, 2008, 2008
    Length of Course/Program: One year or less
    Program Goals: To advance in or obtain a position in clinical research
    Who would benefit from enrolling: People working in the field or who want to work in the field
    Eligibility Criteria: A minimum of two years of college and/or professional experience
    Fees: Summer cost per credit, $500 Fall cost per credit, $340 Reg fee $40/semester
    Application Deadline: First day of term
    Contact Name: Constance Phillips
    Address: 715 Albany Street, S-4
    Phone: 617-638-5622
    Fax: 617-638-5621
    E-Mail: cphilli@bu.edu
    Web address: http://www.bu.edu/biotech
    Additional Information: BU offers clinical research courses year round. Students take 16 credits for a certificate which is part of a degree program.


    Program Title: Master of Arts in Clinical Investigation
    Institution:Boston University School of Medicine
    Location: Boston, Massachusetts
    Start Date: September, January, Summer
    Length of Course/Program: 1 year (full time); 2 years (part-time)
    Program Goals: Advancement in a research career in industry or academic setting
    Who would benefit from enrolling: Anyone interested in a career in clinical research including those with M.D., or PhD. degrees
    Eligibility Criteria: Minimum 3.0 GPA Undergrad; Recommend background in Science Courses;
    Fees: $1,042 per credit hour part-time; $33,330 full-time
    Application Deadline: Rolling admissions; June 1 for Fall(September); November 15 for Spring(January);
    Contact Name: Linda Zimmerman
    Address: 715 Albany Street L-317
    Phone: 617-638-5704
    Fax: 617-638-4842
    E-Mail: lzimmerm@bu.edu
    Web address: www.bu.edu/maci
    Additional Information: Non-Degree applicants should contact the program administrator. Courses offered in the late-afternoon and early evening. MA degree awarded by Boston University School of Medicine.


    Program Title: Master of Science in Nursing, Clinical Research Management Program
    Institution: Duke University School of Nursing
    Location: 3322 DUMC, Durham, NC 27710 OR online courses are also available.
    Start Date: Applications are accepted for fall, spring or summer enrollment
    Length of Course/Program: 39 credit hours for M.S.N.
    Program Goals: The Clinical Research Management Program in the Duke University School of Nursing prepares graduates for leadership roles in the execution and management of clinical research. Students receive specialized training in multiple aspects of clinical trials, to include design and management, regulatory affairs, and business and financial management.
    Who would benefit from enrolling: Nurses and other professionals who have experience in clinical research management or who are considering a career change.
    Eligibility Criteria: Applicants to the M.S.N. Program must be registered nurses with a bachelor's degree in nursing or another field. Please see the School of Nursing website for specific admission criteria.
    Fees: Tuition for the 2006 - 2007 academic year is $785 per credit hour.
    Application Deadline: Applications are accepted and reviewed on a rolling basis, with the following deadlines: August 1 for fall enrollment, November 15 for spring enrollment and April 2 for summer enrollment.
    Contact Name: Benet Bondi, Admissions Officer
    Address: 3322 DUMC, Durham, NC 27710
    Phone: 919-684-3786 ext. 270 or toll-free 1-877-415-3853
    Fax: 919-668-4693
    E-mail:bondi001@mc.duke.edu
    Web address: www.nursing.duke.edu
    Additional Information: Online courses allow students to obtain the degree or certificate from anywhere in the world.


    Program Title: Post-Master's Certificate in Clinical Research Management
    Institution: Duke University School of Nursing
    Location: 3322 DUMC, Durham, NC 27710 OR online courses are also available.
    Start Date: Applications are accepted for fall, spring or summer enrollment
    Length of Course/Program: 19 credit hours for Post-master's Certificate
    Program Goals: The Clinical Research Management Program in the Duke University School of Nursing prepares graduates for leadership roles in the execution and management of clinical research. Students receive specialized training in multiple aspects of clinical trials, to include design and management, regulatory affairs, and business and financial management.
    Who would benefit from enrolling: Nurses and other professionals who have experience in clinical research management or who are considering a career change.
    Eligibility Criteria: Applicants to the Post Master's Certificate Program must hold a Master's degree or higher in nursing or another field. Please see the School of Nursing web site for specific admission criteria.
    Fees: Tuition for the 2006 - 2007 academic year is $785 per credit hour.
    Application Deadline: Applications are accepted and reviewed on a rolling basis, with the following deadlines: August 1 for fall enrollment, November 15 for spring enrollment and April 2 for summer enrollment.
    Contact Name: Benet Bondi, Admissions Officer
    Address: 3322 DUMC, Durham, NC 27710
    Phone: 919-684-3786 ext. 270 or toll-free 1-877-415-3853
    Fax: 919-668-4693
    E-mail: bondi001@mc.duke.edu Web address: www.nursing.duke.edu
    Additional Information: Online courses allow students to obtain the degree or certificate from anywhere in the world.


    Program Title: MS/Certificate Programs in Clinical Research
    Institution: New York University College of Dentistry
    Location: 345 East 24th Street, NY, NY 10010
    Start Date: Fall Semester each year
    Length of Course/Program: Certificate Program - 1 year (24 credit hours), MS Program - 2 years (50 credit hours)
    Program Goals: To produce competent and knowledgeable clinical researchers to serve industry, universities, and government agencies.
    Who would benefit from enrolling: Individuals who are interested in clinical research training and those working in industry looking to enhance career skills and acquire a formal education.
    Eligibility Criteria: Anyone from academia and/or industry in the areas of dentistry, medicine, nursing, pharmacy, and other allied health professions with a minimum of a B.A. or a B.S. degree.
    Fees: Tuition for the program is according to the standard per credit tuition fee for the Graduate School of Arts and Sciences at NYU ($1080 per credit in 2006).
    Priority Application Deadline: February 28th. (Depending on availability of slots, late applications received up to June 30th will be considered)
    Contact Name: Juliana Cools
    Phone: 212-998-9934
    Fax: 212-995-4788
    E-mail: jc1290@nyu.edu
    Web address: http://www.nyu.edu/dental/advanceded/clinicalresearch/index.html


    ProgramTitle: USC Regulatory Science Program
    Institution: University of Southern California
    Location: Los Angeles (onsite & distance learning)
    Start Date: Fall, Spring, & Summer terms
    Length of Course/Program: On average, one year
    Program Goals: Certificate in Clinical Research Design and Management
    Who would benefit from enrolling: Individuals interested in clinical research either at a clinical site or medical products company
    Eligibility Criteria: Undergraduate Degree
    Fees: Tuition per unit
    Priority Application Deadline: June 15 for Fall, October 15 for Spring, February 15 for Summer
    Contact Name: Kathy Knodel, Program Manager
    Address:1540 Alcazar Street, CHP G32, Los Angeles, California, 90089
    Phone: (323) 442-3102
    Fax: (323) 442-2333
    E-Mail: regsci@usc.edu
    Web Address: http://regulatory.usc.edu
    Additional Information: The graduate Certificate in Clinical Research Design and Management is designed to strengthen the statistical, research and project-management skills of clinical researchers and their associated clinical team members. Students must complete at least 12 units of coursework including at least two courses in clinical design and trial management, one course in ethics and one course in a specialized aspect of design, management or statistics, subject to the approval of the program director. The program will include coursework delivered in nontraditional formats such as intensive weekend sessions and will use distance capabilities to capture and web cast lectures and study materials. Courses can be taken on site, by distance or as a blended combination. Students should confirm their specific coursework plan in consultation with the graduate advisors before beginning the program. Students who have a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university must submit an application for graduate study through the Regulatory Science program of the School of Pharmacy. GRE scores are not required for admission to the certificate program. Students are expected to enroll each semester until the program is completed.