Prospective Students

Applicants should have a background in basic science: admission requirements include one semester each of undergraduate biology (not botany) and chemistry, and one semester of calculus or statistics.

MS students will apply directly to one of the two following concentrations with additional requirements, described below.

Modeling Concentration: Students applying to the modeling track will be required to have at least two semesters of math or advanced statistics, as well as some experience in computer programming.

Policy Concentration: Students in the policy track will need introductory economics and political science. 

Strong applicants missing a pre-requisite may be admitted with the requirement to take the pre-requisite course at Georgetown in the first semester of the program.

The Global Infectious Disease PhD Program has equivalent basic admissions requirements as MS Students. There will be a strong preference for applicants that hold an advanced degree or significant experience in the field. PhD candidates should be able to demonstrate a clear study path or intellectual journey towards their PhD area of interest and demonstrate a history of success, for instance through relevant employment positions or publications. Applicants should have a background in basic science: admission requirements include one semester each of undergraduate biology, chemistry, and calculus or statistics. Students should have significant course experience in math and advanced statistics, as well as experience in computer programming. Students also will need coursework in economics and political science. Before acceptance, all strong applicant candidates will be required to have an interview with two or three members of the Admissions Committee. This can be completed either on site or via video-teleconference.