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Biostatistics (Doctoral) at Michigan State University

Michigan State University, United States

Programme overview

The PhD in Biostatistics provides the quantitative skills needed to develop, evaluate and apply new methods for analyzing modern biomedical data. It offers three concentrations: design and analysis of medical studies, big data and statistical genetics, and biometry.

Faculty: College of Human Medicine  |  Department: Epidemiology and Biostatistics  |  Duration: Minimum 24 credits of dissertation research plus coursework  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: East Lansing, MI, United States

What you will study

Core courses (13 credits) are EPI 810, EPI 828, EPI 860, STT 867 and STT 868, followed by a concentration with electives, a comprehensive examination (typically after the first year), 24 credits of EPI 999 dissertation research and an oral defence.

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Application information

Entry requirements

For regular admission applicants need a master's degree in biostatistics, statistics or a related field; GRE or MCAT scores; TOEFL scores if their native language is not English; three letters of recommendation; a statement of purpose; and official transcripts. Strong applicants completing a master's may be admitted provisionally, and those admitted without a master's complete collateral coursework. Coursework in multivariate calculus, advanced undergraduate linear algebra and probability, and numerical computing is strongly recommended.

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Duration: Minimum 24 credits of dissertation research plus coursework

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