Who We Are
MGH Institute of Health Professions is an innovative, interprofessional graduate school that prepares skilled health care specialists in:
Integrating classroom learning with research and clinical experience, the Institute grants doctoral degrees, master's degrees, awards certificates of advanced study, and offers continuing education to practicing professionals, as well as to baccalaureate-educated individuals entering health care from another field.
In addition, the Institute has created the Center for Interprofessional Studies and Innovation in which leaders in the health professions can collaborate with peers in other disciplines and forge a new model of health sciences education for the 21st century.
A graduate school founded by the world-renowned Massachusetts General Hospital, the Institute operates within Partners HealthCare, offering unparalleled opportunities for students to learn and work alongside expert practitioners in a variety of hospital, clinical, and community settings.
With the majority of faculty working as practicing clinicians, our curriculum provides a powerful integration of clinical and academic learning, aiding in the development of both critical thinking and leadership skills.
As our Current Fact Book notes, currently, more than 1,100 full-and part-time students are enrolled onsite and online. All of our programs promote interprofessional teamwork and offer personalized attention in a rigorous, collaborative learning environment that is driven by our faculty's professional expertise and scholarly accomplishments. The academic experience is further enriched by the diversity of our students' backgrounds and life experiences.
Whether you're just out of college, changing careers, or are a practicing clinician looking to advance in your career, MGH Institute has a degree or certificate program that’s right for you.