1. How much do the programs cost?
Please see the Estimated Program Costs page.

2. Is the program in English?
Yes, all instruction and materials are in English. Therefore, students must be proficient in spoken and written English.

3. How long is the program?
The Masters program is normally 2 years
The PhD can be completed in 2 years but frequently takes 3 years

4. Can I take the program part-time?
Yes, students can arrange to take the program part-time as approved by the Director.

5. How long have these programs been around?
The programs have been in existence for more than 17 years but the distance delivery is new as of 2006.

6. What are the career opportunities from these programs?
The career opportunities are many and varied. Graduates have developed careers that include professors, clinical teachers, administrators (e.g., assistant/associate deans, directors), course chairs, psychometricians and researchers, as well as educational consultants.

7. I am not a physician. Can I still take the programs?
Yes, these programs are open to all qualified candidates typically from health professions, psychology and education.

8. Can I receive advance credit for previous courses and work in medical education?
Yes, this is possible but each student request for advanced credit must be reviewed individually by the Director.

9. How proficient do I need to be in English?
We do not require any formal testing such as the TOEFL but students must be able to read, write and speak English fluently.

10. Where are the summer sessions held?
The location of the face-to-face summer sessions can vary depending on the needs of students and faculty, but are typically in Milan or Assisi, Italy.

11. Will I be able to publish papers during the program?
Students are encouraged to work closely with faculty to prepare publication quality papers from their course assignments. Previous students have published papers in many professional, scientific and medical education journals.