Program Overview

The Ph.D. in Health Outcomes Research at Saint Louis University equips researchers with skills in research methodology, data analysis, scientific writing, and health data science through collaborative coursework and research experiences. The interdisciplinary program emphasizes collaborative learning, preparing graduates for careers in academia, healthcare, government agencies, and other sectors of the health industry. Students complete 48 credits of coursework, pass written and oral comprehensive exams, and defend a dissertation to earn their degree.