Earn your Master of Arts in Bioethics online

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Can be completed 100% online and asynchronous

Spring, summer, and autumn start dates

Apply by June 15, 2026 to start on August 25, 2026

Bioethics background not required

Graduate in as little as three semesters

Earn your online Master of Arts in Bioethics and navigate ethical questions in health care.

Ohio State’s online Master of Arts in Bioethics degree is an innovative multi- and interdisciplinary program offered by The Ohio State University’s College of Medicine. This 100% online program is open to individuals possessing a bachelor’s degree and is designed to prepare you to address complex ethical questions and issues in health care.

Through this program, you’ll learn to identify common moral problems and ethical issues, distinguish ethical questions from scientific/legal questions, and contribute toward moral research and health care policies.

"It's [bioethics] such a critical topic nowadays and it is relevant in every single issue. With how polarizing some arguments are, having the capability to talk through it, and to analyze what's right or wrong in certain situations is key for everybody to understand."

Emma M. Master of Arts in Bioethics graduate
"From climate change to humanitarian crises to social injustice, bioethics serves a vital role as we think about how life can flourish. Studying in this program will give you new ways of thinking about old problems and help you to always approach new challenges with a critical and open mind."

Alana M. Master of Arts in Bioethics graduate
"The bioethics master's program made me a better physician. Now that I have the training, I can have those difficult conversations with my staff and the families and try to provide closure."

Dr. Hevil S. Master of Arts in Bioethics graduate
"The work can be incredibly challenging at times. But if we don’t do it, who would? And what would be the consequence if people weren’t willing to engage on matters that can be challenging?"

Dr. Nicole S. Master of Arts in Bioethics graduate

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Earn your Master of Arts in Bioethics online

Can be completed 100% online and asynchronous

Spring, summer, and autumn start dates

Bioethics background not required

Graduate in as little as three semesters

Earn your online Master of Arts in Bioethics and navigate ethical questions in health care.

"It's [bioethics] such a critical topic nowadays and it is relevant in every single issue. With how polarizing some arguments are, having the capability to talk through it, and to analyze what's right or wrong in certain situations is key for everybody to understand."

"From climate change to humanitarian crises to social injustice, bioethics serves a vital role as we think about how life can flourish. Studying in this program will give you new ways of thinking about old problems and help you to always approach new challenges with a critical and open mind."

"The bioethics master's program made me a better physician. Now that I have the training, I can have those difficult conversations with my staff and the families and try to provide closure."

"The work can be incredibly challenging at times. But if we don’t do it, who would? And what would be the consequence if people weren’t willing to engage on matters that can be challenging?"

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