The purpose of the Master of Science in Anatomy is to provide students with quality education in an environment that is conducive to both teaching and research.

Students are exposed to broad-based knowledge in the anatomical sciences. Graduates may elect to use their Master of Science degree as a terminal degree or to continue their education in a medical or other doctoral program. A Master of Science degree may be applied to careers such as teaching (in junior colleges or small four-year colleges) and research (research assistants).