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- USD 37,500 – USD 50,500/yr
- Founded
- 1868
79 Best Medicine & Health Sciences PhD Universities in the United States 2026
66 universities in the United States offer PhD study in Medicine & Health Sciences for 2026, with 94 programmes in total. This ranking is for applicants comparing doctoral routes in a health-related field from abroad.
Ranked by our transparent composite score, with QS rankings, tuition fees and entry requirements.
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Frequently asked questions
Which are the best universities worldwide for PhD Medicine & Health Sciences?▾
Based on our composite ranking, the top choices include University of California, Berkeley, Xavier University, The University of Texas at Rio Grande Valley. See the full ranked list above with QS positions, tuition fees and entry requirements.
How much does a PhD in Medicine & Health Sciences cost abroad?▾
Tuition varies by university and is indicative on each profile — public universities are generally the most affordable, while private and international branch campuses charge more. Scholarships can reduce costs significantly.
Can international students study Medicine & Health Sciences abroad?▾
Yes. Most programmes are taught in English and open to international students, who apply for a student visa through the immigration authority after accepting an offer.
How are these universities ranked?▾
We use a transparent composite score combining QS World/Asia positions, your destination country’s star rating, academic breadth, internationalisation and student support — never paid placement. See our ranking methodology for the exact weights.
Studying Medicine & Health Sciences at PhD level abroad
your destination country is a popular, affordable destination for Medicine & Health Sciences at PhD level, with provincially accredited programmes taught in English at both public and private universities, plus international branch campuses. The universities above are ordered by our composite ranking score, which combines QS World and QS Americas positions, your destination country’s star rating, academic breadth, internationalisation and student support — with no paid placement.
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