The VCU School of Medicine, in conjunction with other schools at VCU, offers everal combined and dual degree options as a way for exceptional students to complete training in two related, complementary areas.

Students pursuing combined or dual degrees can pursue research with clinical training, clinical with administrative training, public health with clinical training, as well as training in other complementary fields. Graduates with combined or dual degrees are rigorously trained in multiple fields, leading to an enhanced breadth that makes them competitive for leadership positions in research, medicine, clinical services, hospital administration and other fields.

Dual Degree Options

Dual degree in medicine and science

VCU School of Medicine

Program highlights

  • Admits six to eight students each year
  • Emphasis on retaining clinical skills during graduate years
  • Students receive an annual stipend each year for all years enrolled

Program contact

Georgia Straton
M.D.-Ph.D. Program Administrator
georgia.straton@vcuhealth.org

Apply through AMCAS

Dual degree, Ph.D. in human genetics and M.S. in genetic counseling

Department of Cellular, Molecular and Genetic Medicine

Program highlights

  • Prepares genetic counselors for careers that require strong clinical and counseling skills
  • Emphasis on independent research
  • Minimum of 126 graduate credit hours

Program contact

John Quillin, Ph.D.
Director, dual degree program
john.quillin@vcuhealth.org 

Apply through VCU Graduate Admissions

Learn more about the program

Financial Support, Tuition and Fees

Each combined and dual degree option is unique and therefore each program has its own costs and (in some cases) support for students. Please contact each program for more information. U.S. citizens and permanent residents should contact the VCU School of Medicine Financial Aid Office for information on financial aid.

VCU School of Medicine Financial Aid Office