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 health administration
VCU School of Medicine and VCU College of Health Professions
Program highlights
- For students interested in roles as physicians leaders
- Completion in five years
- Apply during first three years of medical school
Program contact
Rachel Haga, M.H.A.
Director of Graduate Programs
rchaga@vcu.edu
Dual degree in medicine and public health
VCU School of Medicine and Department of Family Medicine and Epidemiology
Program highlights
- In-depth public health training to qualified medical students
- Five-year program with at least 36 credit hours of public health courses
- M.P.H. curriculum is completed after the third year of medical school
Program contact
Lisa Anderson, M.P.H.
Director of Educational Programs
lisa.s.anderson@vcuhealth.org
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
Dual degree in human genetics and genetic counseling
Department of Human and Molecular Genetics
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.
Assistant Program Director
john.quillin@vcuhealth.org
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