Biostatistics (MS) at Northwestern University

Programme overview

Explore the Master of Science in Biostatistics program at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine's downtown Chicago campus. The Master of Science in Biostatistics is a one-year, full-time master’s program through Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine at our downtown Chicago campus. The program provides graduate biostatistics training for students who intend to plan, direct and execute health research and/or analyze health data.

Faculty: The Graduate School | Duration: one-year | Study mode: full-time | Location: Evanston, IL, United States

What you will study

Our curriculum's three concentration options (Population Health Analytics, Statistical Bioinformatics and Statistical Methods & Practice) address a variety of student goals.

Career pathways

My experience in the MS program provided a solid foundation for a career in biostatistics. Small class sizes and regular check-ins fostered a niche community that was instrumental in guiding me through the program to my career goals.

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Application information

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.

Graduate applications for 2026-27 open September 15, 2026; deadlines vary by programme. The Graduate School application fee is $95 and nonrefundable, paid by credit or debit card.

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