PhD Biostatistics at University of Arizona

Programme overview

The research-oriented doctoral pathway in Biostatistics leans heavily on the foundations of statistical reasoning, preparing you to become a research biostatistician in industry, government or academia. Throughout the five-year program, you will work with a faculty advisor to create a curriculum in line with your background and interests. The plan of study includes rigorous training in applied probability and statistical analyses - with required courses like Theory of Probability and Biostatistics for Research.

Faculty: Mel & Enid Zuckerman College of Public Health | Duration: 6 years / 74 units | Study mode: full-time | Location: Tucson, AZ, United States

What you will study

Required PhD Courses (35 units) Theory of Probability (3) Theory of Statistics (3) Basic Principles of Epidemiology (3) Biostatistics for Research (3) Special Topics in Biostatistics (3) Theory of Linear Models (3) Statistical Consulting (1) Statistical Consulting Practicum (2) Design of Experiments (3) Statistical Computing (3) Scientific Writing, Presentation and Bioethics.

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Entry requirements

Graduate College minimum (applies to all programmes; departments may add requirements): regionally accredited bachelor's degree or comparable international degree and a minimum 3.00 GPA for degree programmes on a 4.00 scale. The Graduate College does not require the GRE, though individual programmes may. Programme-specific requirements are listed in the Graduate Admissions Guide.

Domestic applicants: USD 15,500 a year (2026-27). FY 2027 published base tuition for the Resident Graduate rate band, which applies to main-campus graduate programmes. Excludes mandatory fees, college fees, program fees and differential tuition, housing and meal plans. Source

International applicants: USD 35,800 a year (2026-27). FY 2027 published base tuition for the Non-Resident Graduate rate band, which applies to main-campus graduate programmes. Excludes mandatory fees, college fees, program fees and differential tuition, housing and meal plans. Source

Spring semester begins January 13 and fall semester begins August 23 for undergraduate international students; for graduate students spring begins January 14 and fall August 25.

Apply through the official page: https://grad.arizona.edu/admissions

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