2026-2027 Graduate & Professional Studies Catalog
Bioethics Program
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Overview of the Program
The Kenneth P. Dietrich School of Arts & Sciences provides innovative graduate-level education in bioethics through its Master of Arts in Bioethics (MA) and a Graduate Certificate in Bioethics, serving the interests of those who do not want to commit to pursuing a graduate degree, as well as joint degree programs with the School of Law and School of Medicine. Like the field of bioethics itself, each program’s curriculum is interdisciplinary. Courses are taught by faculty from a range of disciplines, including ethics and philosophy, health policy and law, medicine, and the social sciences. Students from varied backgrounds, pursuing diverse career paths, explore ethical issues within these programs through seminars, clinical ethics practica, and research projects tailored to their individual interests and career goals.
Contact Information
Program Director: Lisa S. Parker, PhD
Program Administrator: Mia Spinelli
Main Office: 519 Barco Law Building
412-648-7007
Fax: 412-648-2649
bioethics@pitt.edu
Admissions
Applicants for admission must submit digital scans of all undergraduate and graduate transcripts, three letters of recommendation, a personal statement explaining interest in the program (and its relevance for current or future education or career plans), and a sample of written work demonstrating critical reasoning skills and/or ability to present an argument. (Official transcripts are not required during the application process; applicants will be required to submit certified transcripts when they accept the offer of admission and matriculate.) International applicants whose first language is not English are required to submit TOEFL scores. Applications for admission to the Bioethics Program in the fall term must be submitted by March 31; after that date, interested applicants should contact the program administrator. Joint program students must be admitted by both the Dietrich School and the relevant professional school.
Financial Assistance
Applicants may qualify to receive a Dean’s Tuition Scholarship to defray part of the cost of tuition and fees and may apply for student loans. Qualified out-of-state students may be offered a scholarship equal to the difference between out-of-state and in-state tuition.
ProgramsMaster’s
CoursesBioethics
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