Combined Bachelor's/Master's Program
The Combined Bachelor’s/Master’s Degrees (CBMD) is intended for highly motivated CWRU undergraduate students who are candidates for any bachelor's degree and whose objective is to complete a Master of Science in Translational Pharmaceutical Science. Qualified students may be admitted to the MS program and pursue the simultaneous completion of requirements for both the master’s and bachelor’s degrees.
Who Qualifies?
Current CWRU undergraduates who are actively pursuing a bachelor's degree in any field may apply for the CBMD program. We recommend considering the program if you are majoring in one of the following:
- Biology/biological sciences
- Biomedical Engineering
- Biomolecular Engineering
- Biochemistry
- Business Management
- Chemical Engineering
- Engineering
- Evolutionary Biology
- Political Science
- Systems Biology
Whatever your background, we encourage you to apply and bring a unique perspective to the program!
Application Requirements
Students who plan to apply for this program are required to meet with the program director, Dr. Tawna Mangosh, prior to submitting their application in order to create a plan of study including remaining undergraduate courses and MS courses.
Required Materials for a Completed Application:
- Online Application: Start the online application. Please indicate that you are applying to the School of Medicine < Combined Bachelors/Masters programs < Translational Pharmaceutical Science program.
- Transcripts: Include school-issued unofficial transcripts, scanned and uploaded for all colleges or universities attended. Electronic transcripts can also be emailed to gradtranscripts@case.edu.
- Resume/CV: Upload your current resume/CV outlining all work experience and volunteer roles with timeframes. Make sure to highlight any completed research positions or opportunities experienced.
- Letters of Recommendation: Three letters of recommendation are required. Recommenders can include supervisors, professors, lab managers or others who can attest to your academic or professional experience. The online application will request recommenders' contact information for electronic submission.
- Personal Statement: Upload a one-page personal statement answering the following prompts:
- Why do you wish to earn an MS in Translational Pharmaceutical Science?
- What are your career aspirations and how will this program help you achieve these?
- What experiences have you had that will help you excel in this program?
- PPOS form: Undergraduate students can obtain a PPOS form here, and should bring it with them to their meeting with the program director.
Note: The application system should automatically waive the application fee. Graduate test scores are optional.