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St. Louis Master of Science in Medical Sciences

Earn your master’s of medical sciences degree in St. Louis in just one year.

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Improve your academic profile with the Master’s in Medical Sciences

The Master’s in Medical Sciences from PHSU St. Louis is designed for students looking to increase their competitiveness for entry into medical, dental, physician assistant, veterinarian, or other health professional programs.

Students take the same curriculum and sit in class alongside first-year medical students at PHSU’s School of Medicine. MSMS graduates are able to gain a deeper understanding of the material and develop skills that will help them better prepare for the next step in their careers. Working with MD students in a professional school setting helps set up our MSMS students for greater success.

By combining that advanced curriculum with a dynamic classroom and predictive student analytics, the MSMS equips students with the health sciences knowledge needed to advance their careers. PHSU St. Louis can help get you where you want to go in healthcare.

MSMS Program Overview

PROGRAM LENGTH:

10 months (2 semesters)

CREDITS:

42 credit hours

IMPORTANT DATES:

15marAll DayMSMS On Campus Application Early Decision Deadline for Fall 2025

ACCREDITATION:

Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE)

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION:

The Master of Science in Medical Sciences (MSMS) is an integrated, multidisciplinary interdepartmental program in the basic medical sciences that is designed to provide trainees with a broad-based one-year core curriculum followed by a comprehensive examination leading to the Master’s (MS) degree.

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Gain a Solid Foundation in Health Sciences

Through the broad-based curriculum MSMS students will gain a thorough understanding of the basic sciences – anatomy, biochemistry, histology, microbiology, neuroscience, and physiology.

In addition to developing increased professionalism and understanding of legal and ethical principles, students can expect to practice effective oral and written communication skills, throughout the program.

About the Curriculum

Why the MSMS at PHSU St. Louis?

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A Dynamic Classroom to Ignite Your Potential
With our dynamic classroom model MSMS students view lectures before class. In-class time is used for topic comprehension, interactive learning and real clinical situations. Improving comprehension, communication, and critical thinking.
Find your Professional Pathway
By completing a Master’s in Medical Sciences rather than a post-bacc, graduates are truly prepared for what’s next. MSMS grads are a step ahead of other applicants pursuing a terminal degree in healthcare and are better prepared to start their careers.

Linkage to PHSU School of Medicine
The top 20% of MSMS program graduates are offered an interview with Ponce Health Sciences University School of Medicine, an LCME accredited institution with campuses in Ponce, Puerto Rico and St. Louis, Missouri.
Learning Powered By Predictive Analytics
Predictive analytics tools set the MSMS at PHSU apart from other programs. By collecting thousands of student data points through responses on quizzes, homework, and exams, students are able to see areas they excel and specific topics that need more work.

First Year of Medical School Curriculum

Students can earn their Master’s in Medical Science in just 10-months. The 42-credit curriculum mirrors the first year of medical school.

Courses	Trimester	Credits
Histology & Cell Biology*	1	4
Medical Ethics*	1	1
Health Disparities	1	1
Gross Anatomy, Embryology, & Radiology	2	9
Neuroscience*	3	5
Microbiology I*	3	4
Medical Biochemistry I & II*	4	10
Physiology I & II*	5	8

*Equivalent to courses taken by MD students in their first year at PHSU’s School of Medicine

The MSMS is a Springboard to a Healthcare career

The MSMS opens the door for students who previously could not enroll in an advanced health professional program to take the next step in their career. No MCAT required.

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

Ferrahs Abdelbaset | PHSU St. Louis Faculty

Message from the MSMS Coordinator

Welcome to the Master of Science in Medical Sciences program, a powerful health sciences program that parallels the first year of medical school in curriculum and intensity. If you’re passionate about becoming a physician or working in healthcare, PHSU St. Louis is the place for you.

Every year, about 30,000 students are rejected from medical schools in America, but many of those students haven’t been given the tools to help them reach their goals. Often, these same students are from backgrounds that are historically-underrepresented in medical school.

We see the potential in every student to reach their goals in healthcare and go on to serve their communities with culturally-competent care.

Our one-of-a-kind student analytics and dynamic classroom play a major role, allowing us to monitor student performance and progress in real-time. By collecting student responses, we generate insights into how students will perform on USMLE Board exams and help align their future career in healthcare with topical strengths.

At PHSU St. Louis, in just one short year, we can help you get where you want to go in healthcare. We look forward to seeing you in our classrooms.

— Ferrahs Abdelbaset, DC

MSMS Coordinator

MEET THE FACULTY

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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St. Louis Master of Science in Medical Sciences

Contact us to learn more about PHSU St. Louis or to talk to an advisor.

Improve your academic profile with the Master’s in Medical Sciences

MSMS Program Overview

PROGRAM LENGTH:

CREDITS:

IMPORTANT DATES:

Time

ACCREDITATION:

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION:

Gain a Solid Foundation in Health Sciences

Why the MSMS at PHSU St. Louis?

First Year of Medical School Curriculum

The MSMS is a Springboard to a Healthcare career

65%

77%

100%

Message from the MSMS Coordinator

— Ferrahs Abdelbaset, DC

MSMS Coordinator

Message from the MSMS Coordinator

— Annessa Blackmun, DPM

MSMS Coordinator