The MS in Cellular and Molecular Medicine is a full-time two-year program in the biomedical sciences with a focus on translational research and human disease.
Graduates from the program will be competitive for admission to doctoral degree programs (Ph.D., M.D.) including continuing in the CMM Ph.D. training program, and for research-oriented jobs in industry, academia or government.
Students will have the opportunity to declare one of three tracks: (1) Research, (2) Pre-Med, or (3) Biotech with dedicated faculty track leaders.
Please visit the MS in Cellular and Molecular Medicine webpage for additional information.
Admission Requirements
Eligibility criteria are as follows: A bachelor’s degree from a qualified college or university is required. Recommended courses include: biology, inorganic chemistry, organic chemistry, physical chemistry, physics, and calculus. Cell biology and/or biochemistry is recommended.
Applicants will submit:
- Official undergraduate transcripts and two letters of recommendation
- Statement of interest in response to the following prompt: In one page, tell us why are you choosing to apply to CMM and why we should admit you. In year two, students pick one of three tracks to guide their course of study. Which of the following three tracks most interest you and how does it speak to your long term goals? 1) PhD Research track, 2) Biotech/Industry track, or 3) Pre-Med track
- Standardized test scores (GRE) are not required but will be considered if submitted
- Demonstration of English Proficiency may be required (TOEFL; please enquire). Passage of the TOEFL is required for all students whose undergraduate instruction was conducted in a language other than English.
Acceptances will be made on a rolling basis with advancing candidates attending a virtual interview and information session.
Inquiries regarding admissions should be referred to:
Office of the Graduate Program in Cellular and Molecular Medicine
1830 E. Monument Street Suite 2-103
Telephone: (410) 614-0391; (410) 614-3640
For questions not addressed on these pages, please email cmm@jhmi.edu.
Program Requirements
In addition to all course work, CMM MS students will be required to:
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Declare a Track: 1) Research, 2) Pre-Med, or 3) Biotech
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Complete a minimum of two lab rotations with CMM faculty in order to identify a lab for the Master’s thesis. Students will make public presentations at the conclusion of each rotation. A third rotation is optional.
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Attend the Annual CMM Retreat
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Complete two years of OPTIONS professional development
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Complete a Master’s Candidacy exam
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Submit Thesis Proposal to the library
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Complete elective course work during their second year that correspond with their declared track and supports their research. Appropriate electives will be chosen in consultation with track leaders and CMM leadership.
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Please note: CMM Research is taken every semester.
First Year Courses
| Code | Title | Credits |
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| ME.800.702 | Introduction to Cellular and Molecular Medicine | 5 |
| ME.800.718 | Topics in Cellular and Molecular Medicine | 1 |
| ME.800.811 | Introduction to Responsible Conduct of Research | 1 |
| ME.800.727 | Foundations in Biomedical Science: Biochemistry | 1 |
| ME.800.728 | Foundations in Biomedical Science: Molecular Biology | 1 |
| ME.800.729 | Foundations in Biomedical Science: Genetics | 1 |
| ME.800.730 | Foundations in Biomedical Science: Cell Signaling | 1 |
| ME.800.731 | Mathematical Foundations for Cellular and Molecular Medicine | 0.5 |
| ME.800.703 | CMM Core Discussion | 1.5 |
| ME.800.709 | Cellular and Molecular Basis of Disease | 3 |
| ME.800.801 | Cellular and Molecular Medicine Research 1 | 1 - 18 |
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Complete in each term.
Second Year Courses
During their second year, students have the opportunity to complete courses specific to their selected track:
- Research Track: Students complete one elective course with a focus on biostatistics, and one additional elective in areas relevant to their research interests. Students also register each term for the CMM Research course listed above for their thesis research.
- Pre-Med Track: Students complete the course ME.800.789 3B's: Bench to Bedside and Back (both fall and spring semesters) and one additional elective relevant to their scientific interests and career goals. They may continue to register for the CMM Research course each term and/or complete a clinical practicum course.
- Biotech Track: Students complete one elective course with a focus on biostatistics, and one additional elective relevant to their scientific interests and career goals. They may continue to register for the CMM Research course each term and/or complete an internship practicum course.
Learning Outcomes
Trainees graduating with a M.S. from the CMM program will be able to:
- Demonstrate breadth and depth of knowledge in basic biological sciences at a cellular and molecular level. Acquire up-to-date concepts in biostatistics, molecular biology, genetics, biochemistry and cell biology as applicable to a range of modern research.
- Acquire fundamental knowledge of human physiology, including anatomy, histology and pathology in a range of human disorders.
- Understand how clinical research is designed and conducted. Plan, conduct and analyze original, hypothesis-driven research relevant to human disease. Acquire state-of-the-art technical and laboratory skills.