Ponce Health Sciences University
Master of Science in Medical Sciences
- Tortola, British Virgin Islands
- St. Louis, USA
MSc
DURATION
10 months
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
02 Dec 2026
EARLIEST START DATE
Jan 2027
TUITION FEES
USD 40,656 *
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
* other fees include: optional disability fee, registration, estimated books and supplies fees, etc.
Key Summary
The MSMS is designed to improve academic portfolios by building a wealth of health sciences knowledge and identifying pathways to their dream healthcare careers. The classes in the one-year MSMS parallel the curriculum of the first year of LCME-accredited medical schools, so students can be prepared.
With predictive student analytics integrated into our curriculum and course delivery, the MSMS gives students insights into how they will perform in medical school — including their predicted USMLE Step 1 Board score.
Gain a Solid Foundation in Health Sciences
Through the broad-based curriculum, MSMS students will gain a thorough understanding of the basic sciences – anatomy, biochemistry, histology, microbiology, neuroscience, and physiology.
In addition to developing increased professionalism and understanding of legal and ethical principles, students can expect to practice effective oral and written communication skills, throughout the program.
MSMS Course
- ANM 6011 - Human Gross Anatomy, Embryology and Imaging
- ANM 6051-Histology and Cell Biology
- PHM 6020 - Neuroscience
- BCM 6121/6122- Medical Biochemistry I & II
- MIM 6420-Microbiology I
- PHM 6921/6922-Physiology I & II
- IHD 919-Interprofessional Perspectives in Health Disparities
- MEM 6350-Medical Ethics
Why the MSMS at PHSU St. Louis?
A Dynamic Classroom to Ignite Your Potential
With our dynamic classroom model, MSMS students view lectures before class. In-class time is used for topic comprehension, interactive learning and real clinical situations. Improving comprehension, communication, and critical thinking.
Find your Professional Pathway
By completing a Master’s in Medical Sciences rather than a post-bacc, graduates are truly prepared for what’s next. MSMS grads are a step ahead of other applicants pursuing a terminal degree in healthcare and are better prepared to start their careers.
Linkage to PHSU School of Medicine
The top 20% of MSMS program graduates are offered an interview with Ponce Health Sciences University School of Medicine, an LCME-accredited institution with campuses in Ponce, Puerto Rico and St. Louis, Missouri.
Learning Powered By Predictive Analytics
Predictive analytics tools set the MSMS at PHSU apart from other programs. By collecting thousands of student data points through responses on quizzes, homework, and exams, students are able to see areas they excel and specific topics that need more work.
Dynamic Classroom Model
With our dynamic classroom model MSMS students view lectures before class. In-class time is used for topic comprehension, interactive learning and real clinical situations. Improving comprehension, communication, and critical thinking.