Should you consider studying toward a second degree in conjunction with a Ph.D., like an M.D., D.V.M., etc.?
Now that you’ve made the decision to get a graduate degree, you might want to consider combining it with a professional degree, or vice versa.
The benefits are obvious: it gives you more options for your career. While earning a Ph.D. usually requires four to six years, getting a combined degree takes a little longer, depending on the program and degree.
Below are some sites with information you may find useful as you consider whether to get an M.D./Ph.D. or other joint degree (APS does not endorse or assume responsibility for the information posted on these web sites).
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