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@IntriguedStudent: Thank you for your input. From my research in epidemiology forums, UCI didn't get much notice or recognition. I was worried about the reputation and how it would be viewed by other professionals. Your comment have given me more confidence. UCI have a two programs in epidemiology. The MPH is run by their school of public health while the MS is run by the School of Medicine. I was wondering why the different set-up. If I may ask, what did you @seaturtles I was trying to browse through linkedin to see if there is any alumni present in industry from Emory and there is a lack thereof... Thank you for your input! I thought that Emory may have a better connection because they do have the Vaccine Research Center, Yerkes Primate Institute, and Institute for Drug Development. I remember reading somewhere that Emory has a strong portfolio of technology transfers of pharmaceutical products too. Do they have a strong faculty in genetic/genomic epidemiology?

After extensive research, Emory University and UC Irvine are my top choices to study genetic epidemiology. Both are good schools, but have distinct advantages. I was hoping to hear how alumnis, current professionals, and current students would make their decision. My long term plan is go into industry assisting in the development of clinical trial strategies, eradication campaigns, and improving logistics of pharmaceutical products (with a special interest in vaccine). Both universities have faculty I am interested to work with. Emory University EPI (MPH) Pros: Stronger reputation + well-known strength in epidemiological methods connection with CDC & other institution more general curriculum if I do not want to continue in genetic epidemiology stronger alumni network more research centers including Vaccine Center and Institute for Drug Development UC, Irvine EPI (MS) Pros: Smaller student body (<20) which may guarantee working closely with professor situated in more vibrant biotech hub cheaper tuition (30k/year as oppose to 60k/year @ Emory) curriculum revolves around genetic epidemiology good foot-in-the-door for Ph.D program + shaves off 1-2 years I have been doing my research for weeks, but I am still reluctant to lean towards one way. Any thoughts would be appreciated! Thank you!