About This Major
An undifferentiated clinical science program that prepares clinicians to conduct clinical and translational research in various areas. Note: programs that prepare clinicians to conduct research in specific scientific fields should report under the relevant CIP code series (e.g., Series 26 Biological and Biomedical Sciences).
Program Examples
- Medical Scientist (MS)
- Medical Scientist (PhD)
At a Glance
- CIP Code
- 51.1401
- CIP Family
- 51
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