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Application Process and Requirements for the
PhD in Rehabilitation Sciences Program

 

Qualifications

MGH Institute welcomes applications for the PhD in Rehabilitation Sciences from individuals with clinical experience in a rehabilitation or related healthcare field (e.g. physical or occupational therapy, speech-language pathology, nursing, physiatry, etc). Clinical certification and/or licensure is preferred (international licensure considered). 

The program is designed for experienced clinicians who want to become trained clinical research scientists. Applicants should have demonstrated success in their fields as clinicians and have a strong aptitude for further advanced graduate study and research.

 

Overview of the Application Process

This is a mentor-based training program. In order to be admitted, a student must have a Research Mentor identified. The Research Mentor is an experienced/active investigator who is engaged in well-established programs of research that align with the interests of the student. The Research Mentor may be an IHP Faculty member or adjunct professor with primary affiliation at another institution. The Research Mentor must formally commit to providing the time, training and mentorship necessary for the student to develop and execute a successful dissertation.

Applicants should reach out to potential Research Mentor(s) with their qualifications (e.g. resume/CV, transcript, GRE scores) and potential research interests prior to official application submission. Applicants will be asked to input the name of the identified Research Mentor when completing the official application process. A listing of potential Research Mentors may be found on the Research Mentorship Opportunities page.

Applicants will be asked to input the name of the identified Research Mentor when completing the official application process.  

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Application Deadline

Accepting applications on a rolling basis.
 
Admissions review for the Fall 2022 application cycle will begin after the priority deadline on December 1, 2021 and continue on a rolling basis until the class has been filled.  

Application and Fee

All applicants are required to submit a completed online application along with the non-refundable $100 application fee.

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Transcripts

Applicants are required to submit a transcript from each college and/or university attended, even if a degree was not received from that institution. Unofficial transcripts will be accepted throughout the application process, and official transcripts will only be required prior to enrolling in the program. 

The Office of Admission strongly encourages the use of online electronic transcript ordering which can be sent directly via email to admissions@mghihp.edu. If this is not an option and your institution does not participate in electronic transcript delivery, please request official transcripts be sent to the mailing address listed below:

Admission Office
MGH Institute of Health Professions
36 First Avenue
Boston, MA 02129

Applicants that have earned a degree from a non-US institution are required to submit a course-by-course credential evaluation from one of the following NACES (National Association of Credential Evaluation Services) members: Educational Credential Evaluators, Inc., SpanTran: The Evaluation Company, World Education Services (WES), or the Center for Educational Documentation. If you earned your bachelor's degree outside of the U.S. this credential evaluation must document minimum equivalency of a US baccalaureate degree or higher.
 

 

Tests

The general test is required for admission consideration. An official score report should be sent directly to MGH Institute of Health Professions. Score reports can be obtained by contacting ETS (www.ets.org). The institution code for the IHP is 3513. Please contact the Office of Admission if you have a question related to this application requirement. 

 

Documents

Essay/Goal Statement

All applicants are required to submit an essay, through the online application prompt. 

Recommendation Letters

Applicants are required to provide three recommendation letters. Letter writers should be current or former employers, professors or another professional supervisor who can speak to your strengths and ability to succeed in a PhD program.  All recommendations will be processed electronically through our online application. Please provide contact information for each recommender within the online application.

Resume or CV

Applicants are required to submit a current resume or CV.

 

Additional Details

Is a research mentor required for all students?

Yes, we require agreement from a qualified and approved research mentor. See Research Mentorship Opportunities for listings of open opportunities. You may also view our current IHP faculty to identify people with common interests to explore mutual interest, availability of the faculty member to mentor incoming students, and potential doctoral fellowship funding. 

Where can I find more information on the admissions requirements and program particulars?

Please review the More Information section at the bottom of the PhD in Rehabilitation Sciences page.  Or, if you have any questions related to the application process we also strongly encourage you to contact the Office of Admission who in coordination with the PhD in Rehabilitation Sciences program, will be happy to assist.

What is a good way to learn more about the MGH Institute?

Please refer to the Upcoming Admissions Events webpage for additional information and upcoming dates for all of our informational webinars and virtual events.

What is your mailing address?

MGH Institute of Health Professions
Office of Enrollment Services
36 1st Ave.
Charlestown Navy Yard
Boston, MA  02129