The Medical Scientist Training Program is designed for students seeking a rigorous academic career path combining research and scholarly pursuit with patient care. MSTP students obtain a combined MD and PhD degree in a unique program offered jointly by the Ohio State College of Medicine and Public Health and the Ohio State Graduate School. The flexible curriculum includes two years of basic science study, three years of research, and two years of clinical rotations. The PhD studies can be pursued through any Ohio State graduate program, including biomedical sciences, chemistry, public health, engineering, computer sciences and philosophy. Sponsored by the Medical Scientist Training Program, the MSSO meets weekly.
Students have the opportunity to present research to the faculty and fellow dual-degree students.
Medical scientist faculty also present research seminars and meet with students in monthly seminars. Students with high academic standing and with an interest in joint MD-PhD degrees are encouraged to apply for the Medical Scientist Training Program fellowships. Awarded competitively, these fellowships support up to five entering students each year. The fellowship provides full tuition, fees, and a stipend. Applications can be obtained through the College of Medicine and Public Health Admissions Office.