Location
Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences (USUHS) is located in Bethesda, Maryland, USA.
Programs Offered
USUHS offers healthcare and medical programs, including:
– Doctor of Medicine (MD)
– Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in medical sciences
– Master of Public Health (MPH)
– Nursing Programs (Advanced Practice Nursing, Nurse Anesthesia)
– Graduate Medical Education (Residencies and Fellowships)
Accreditation
USUHS is accredited by the Liaison Committee on Medical Education (LCME) for MD programs. Its residencies and fellowships are recognized by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME).
QS World Ranking
USUHS is not ranked in the QS World University Rankings 2023. It is highly regarded in the U.S. for its focus on military medicine.
Enrollment
USUHS has an enrollment of approximately 1,000 students, primarily in MD and graduate programs.
Tuition Fees
Tuition is fully funded for students, who are commissioned officers in the U.S. military. Students receive a salary and benefits as active-duty military personnel during their studies.
Application Requirements
Applicants must meet the following criteria:
– Completion of a bachelor’s degree with a strong science background.
– Competitive GPA and MCAT scores.
– U.S. citizenship.
– Commission as an officer in the U.S. military (Army, Navy, Air Force, or Public Health Service).
– Letters of recommendation and personal statement.
– Interview process.
History
USUHS was established in 1972. Its medical programs began in 1976.
Admissions Policy
USUHS admits both male and female students. Only U.S. citizens are eligible.
Contact Information
- For general inquiries: admissions@usuhs.edu
- For specific program-related questions: medicine@usuhs.edu