MSMS Remote

Master of Science in Medical Science Remote

Earn your master’s in medical sciences remotely in just 12 months without moving to St. Louis.

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Turn your gap year into a growth year – with the MSMS Remote Program

The Master’s in Medical Sciences Remote program from PHSU St. Louis is your opportunity to take the next step in your healthcare career without the added stress and expense of moving to live near campus.

MSMS Remote students take the same 2 semester curriculum as traditional MSMS students, which is also used during the first year of the MD program at PHSU’s School of Medicine. However, remote students join daily virtual interactive class sessions delivered online by faculty via live video feed.

By combining the advanced curriculum with the dynamic classroom and predictive student analytics, the MSMS equips students with the health sciences knowledge needed to advance their careers. Whether that be dental school, an MD program, or a management role, an MSMS degree from PHSU St. Louis can help get you where you want to go in healthcare.

MSMS Remote Program Overview

PROGRAM LENGTH:

12 months (2 semesters, summer break)

CREDITS:

42 hours

IMPORTANT DATES:

28decAll DayMSMS Remote Application Deadline for Spring 2025

ACCREDITATION:

Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE)

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION:

The MSMS Remote is an interdisciplinary program in the basic medical sciences, designed to train students in a curriculum that mirrors the first year of medical school. The program’s goal is to help students gain admission to a professional health program or start their career in healthcare. Students learn remotely through synchronous daily class sessions.

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A Rigorous Curriculum Combined with the Dynamic Classroom

Students in the MSMS Remote program take class Monday through Friday between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. central time. These are interactive virtual sessions delivered online via live feed.

Self-guided lectures and readings are consumed outside of the classroom, so students are free to study whenever it best fits their schedule. Then synchronous class time is focused on group discussions, virtual labs, and competency training.

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Why the MSMS Remote at PHSU St. Louis?

Immersive Remote Learning Environment
MSMS Remote students use the best-in-class apps to apply lessons through innovative technology. This is carried out through our dynamic classroom model: lectures are viewed before class and in-class sessions are for topic comprehension and interactive learning.
Real-time Analytics to Identify Strengths and Weakness
Student responses to in-class questions, homework, and exams are tracked to give detailed insight into their performance. Detailed student performance analytics identify topical strengths to pinpoint what career or specialty is best for them.

Improved Academic Profile
The challenging curriculum requires the student’s undivided attention, but results in improved study habits, increased knowledge and skills and a stronger academic profile. Students also report feeling more confident in their abilities to succeed in further health professional programs.
Find your Professional Pathway
MSMS students take a challenging curriculum that aligns with PHSU’s School of Medicine Year 1 students, but all online. In turn, MSMS grads are a step ahead of other applicants pursuing a terminal degree in healthcare and are better prepared to start their careers.

Same MSMS Curriculum, Delivered Directly to You

Students can earn their Masters in Medical Science in 2 semesters. Taking the program remotely means they must be available for class time between 9 a.m. CST and 3 p.m. CST Monday through Friday.

Course	Semester	Credits
Cross Anatomy, Embryology, and Imaging	1	9
Physiology	1	4
Medical Biochemistry	1	5
Microbiology	2	4
Physiology II	2	4
Medical Biochemistry II	2	5
Neuroiscience	2	5
Histology and Cell Biology	1	4
Medical Ethics	2	1
Interprofessional Perspectives in Health Disparities	1	1

Course Sequence

The MSMS is a Springboard to a Healthcare career

The MSMS opens the door for students who previously could not enroll in a medical master’s program to take the next step in their career

65%

of graduates advance to medical school

77%

of graduates advance to preferred professional school

100%

of graduates pass USMLE Step 1 Boards

*data is from an optional survey sent to MSMS graduates across all PHSU campuses

Message from the MSMS Coordinator

In 2018, I embarked on teaching in the MSMS program at Ponce Health Sciences University (PHSU) with a singular belief – this was the program I had yearned for during my pursuit of a medical career. My journey underscored the need for exposure and the assurance that I could navigate a challenging curriculum, collaborate effectively in groups, and refine both strengths and weaknesses. The resonance of the institution’s mission with my clinical practices further fueled my desire to contribute to shaping the future generation of healthcare providers, educators, and administrators.

Suppose you harbor aspirations of becoming a physician or pursuing a healthcare career. In that case, I extend a heartfelt invitation to join our St. Louis Master of Science in Medical Sciences (MSMS) program at PHSU. This robust health sciences program mirrors the first year of LCME-accredited medical school, aligning content and rigor to equip graduates with the study habits, confidence, and academic profile essential for success in medical school or other health professional programs.

Annually, over 30,000 students encounter rejection from medical schools across the United States, often due to a lack of necessary support to realize their aspirations. Our distinctive program integrates student analytics and a dynamic classroom model, providing students with real-time monitoring of progress and performance. We go beyond by offering insights into readiness for the USMLE Board exams and assisting students in aligning their career paths with their strengths.

Embark on this transformative journey with me at PHSU St. Louis, and within a concise year, we can set you on the trajectory toward achieving your dream career in healthcare.

— Annessa Blackmun, DPM

MSMS Coordinator

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