USC Launches Master’s of Science in Aging Biology: A Pathway to Pioneering Research and High-Earning Careers
The University of Southern California has unveiled its newest graduate program—the Master of Science in Aging Biology—designed for future leaders in biotechnology, medicine, and aging research. This intensive two-year, 32-unit program offers a rare opportunity to explore cutting-edge science at the intersection of aging, stress, and disease prevention.
With a strong lab component and thesis requirement, students engage in hands-on research focused on molecular medicine, cellular quality control, and biological cues that have long been overlooked. Whether you’re interested in cancer research, disease prevention, or aging in disadvantaged populations, this program gives you the tools to become a pioneer in aging biology.
The curriculum aligns closely with PhD admission requirements, making it an ideal stepping stone for MD, PhD, or MD/PhD pathways. Students will interview with a variety of USC’s R2 and NIH-funded labs—including those in social sciences—gaining valuable exposure to interdisciplinary research environments.
With a cohort capped at just 25 students per year, the program offers personalized mentorship and direct access to high-level research. Graduates will be uniquely positioned for high-earning roles in biotechnology, science academia, and geroscience.
Explore the biological roots of aging, study how stress accelerates decline, and help uncover new methods for extending healthy lifespan. USC’s Master of Science in Aging Biology is more than a degree—it’s a launchpad for the future of medicine.