How to Apply
The Precision Medicine Post-Graduate Certificate is available as a dual track program, completed in conjunction with another Midwestern University healthcare degree or as a stand-alone Post-Graduate Certificate.
Students wishing to complete the dual track program can apply as currently enrolled Midwestern University students or as students who have recently been accepted to another professional program at Midwestern University.
Professionals wishing to the complete the Precision Medicine Post-Graduate Certificate who are not currently admitted to or enrolled in another Midwestern University degree program can apply directly to the stand-alone Post-Graduate Certificate Program.
All applicants will be required to submit a short personal statement indicating how the Post-Graduate Certificate in Precision Medicine fits into their professional goals. You will see the instructions for the personal statement while making your application.
Admissions Requirements
Admissions decisions are made on a rolling basis after the application opens on November 1st. Students applying to the dual track program are advised to complete their application files as early as possible, but no later than April 15, to ensure timely consideration. Students applying to the stand-alone program must submit their applications no later than May 1. For full requirements, please reach out to our admissions team.
Dual Track Applicants
To be considered for admission to the Post-Graduate Certificate in Precision Medicine Program, applicants must submit the following documented evidence:
- A minimum cumulative GPA of 2.75, and acceptance to a Midwestern University primary degree program.
- A completed Midwestern University application for the Precision Medicine Program.
- For current Midwestern University students whose primary degree program has already started, a letter of support must be provided from the Dean for their primary degree. This letter is automatically requested by the online application system.
- Passage of the Midwestern University criminal background check.
Stand Alone Applicants
To be considered for admission to the PGCert in Precision Medicine Program, applicants must submit the following documented evidence:
- A minimum cumulative GPA of 2.75.
- A graduate level healthcare or biomedical/biological sciences degree or a bachelor's degree (B.A. or B.S.) from an accredited college or university with completion of genetics, molecular and cellular biology, biochemistry, or similar coursework. If degree not already awarded, must be completed prior to matriculation.
- A completed Midwestern University application for the Precision Medicine Program.
- Passage of the Midwestern University criminal background check.