MMS in Biomedical Informatics

Applicants submitting transcripts from institutions outside of the United States or Canada are strongly advised to submit a course-by-course credential evaluation from an organization included on the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services Members List. Although a credential evaluation is not required, having a credential evaluation better enables the admissions committee to evaluate and understand your academic preparation and accomplishments. A copy of all transcripts and credential evaluations must be uploaded directly by the applicant to the application portal at the application stage. Materials sent directly to Harvard Medical School via mail or electronic service are not processed and reviewed at the time of application.

Applicants submit an up-to-date curriculum vitae or resume.

A minimum of a bachelor’s degree from an accredited United States or international institution

All applicants must submit an unofficial transcript for each degree program completed or in progress that meet the following requirements: Lists all courses completed and in progress. Completed courses must include a grade or other evaluation indication. All information is issued in English. Applicants can optionally also include transcripts or certificates for any prerequisite courses completed outside of a degree program.

All applications must include a minimum of 3 letters of recommendation. No more than 5 letters of recommendation can be included with a single application. Letters of recommendation should be written by those who know you well and can speak to your aptitude for work and study in areas related to biomedical informatics from the perspective of a mentor, instructor, or supervisor.

A personal statement of 2-3 pages, double-spaced, that explains your interest in biomedical informatics; highlights your preparation for the program, working independently, and conducting research; discusses your professional goals; and describes why you believe the Harvard MMSc in Biomedical Informatics program will help you achieve these goals.