Narrative Medicine

Master of Science (full-time or part-time)

Certification of Professional Achievement

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The Columbia University M.S. in Narrative Medicine

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Meet the Faculty

Learn about the program's acclaimed faculty, including clinicians and non-clinicians, primary thought leaders and practitioners in the field, and experts in disciplines from creative writing to anthropology.

Preview the Curriculum

The multidisciplinary curriculum allows students to learn from collaborating closely with both faculty and peers.

Upcoming Events

Attend events such as info sessions, guest lectures, and Narrative Medicine Rounds, the popular series that runs the first Wednesday of the month during the academic year.

Impact Stories

Read the stories of Columbia’s narrative medicine community.

Program Options
Program Option	Required Experience	Course Formats	Time Commitment
Master of Science (full‑time)	Professional or graduate-level experience in healthcare or social sciences	On-campus	2 terms fall/spring plus part-time summer term Practicum/Independent Study
Master of Science (part‑time)	Professional or graduate-level experience in healthcare or social sciences	On-campus	2–6 years Practicum/Independent Study
Certification of Professional Achievement	Professional or graduate-level experience in healthcare or social sciences	Online	Up to 3 years, part-time

Upcoming Events

Apr 16

Columbia University's Narrative Medicine Masters and CPA Programs Information Session

Apr 17

VOLVOX: Making Narrative Medicine Happen Alumni Speaker Series

May 1

May Narrative Medicine Rounds with Andrew Leland

Featured Faculty, Students & Alumni

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