The Department of Pathology and Anatomical Sciences offers a Master of Science in Pathology and Anatomical Sciences (MS), and faculty advise students in the Master of Arts in Interdisciplinary Neuroscience (MA). Faculty also advise students interested in earning a PhD through several interdisciplinary programs.
Our academic programs capitalize on the diverse strengths and resources of the Pathology and Anatomical Sciences faculty and provide students with the flexibility to achieve their individual goals. All graduate programs – including both master’s and doctoral degrees in the department – are research-based.
The selection of an appropriate graduate adviser at any level is a critical part of the application process. All applicants must contact potential advisers prior to applying to discuss opportunities for graduate study.
Please direct questions regarding the application process, deadlines, and material to the Director of Admissions.
Doctoral Degrees
Although the Department of Pathology and Anatomical Sciences (PAS) in the School of Medicine does not directly offer a doctoral degree, our PAS faculty advise students through interdisciplinary programs.
- Doctoral Degree in Pathobiology Area Program with Integrative Anatomy focus
- Doctoral Degree in Pathobiology Area Program with Translational Bioinformatics focus
- Doctoral Degree in Translational Biomedical Sciences
- Doctoral Degree in Interdisciplinary Neuroscience
If you are interested in obtaining your doctoral degree from MU’s Department of Pathology and Anatomical Sciences, please contact the Director of Graduate Studies before applying online.
Master's Degrees
The Master of Science in Pathology and Anatomical Sciences is not a formal program, but is diverse, and study for this degree is available through multiple laboratories. If you are interested, please contact one of our faculty who may serve as your advisor for your area of study.
Visit the Graduate School to learn about requirements for an MS degree.
There is also opportunity to advance your understanding of Neuroscience through this interdisciplinary master’s program offered through the Graduate School.
Financial Aid
Financial aid may not be automatically provided by all programs. Some programs require an extra form or statement from those who wish to be considered for internal assistantships, fellowships or other funding packages. Check the program website or your potential advisor for details regarding extra- and intra-mural programs and sources of funding (e.g. NSF Graduate Research Fellowships, MU Life Sciences Fellowships, MU Graduate Fellowships, and MU training grants).
