MS Biomathematics at University of California, Los Angeles

Programme overview

The MS in Biomathematics is used primarily as a step to further graduate work in Biomathematics. Direct admission to the MS in Biomathematics program is only offered under special circumstances.

Faculty: David Geffen School of Medicine | Department: Computational Medicine | Study mode: full-time | Intake: Consult department. | Location: Los Angeles, CA, United States

What you will study

Areas of study: Individualized programs permit students to select graduate courses in applied mathematics, biomathematics, and statistics appropriate to their area of research and to choose among diverse biomedical specialties. Master's degree candidates must complete five graduate-level courses in biomathematics, three of which must be chosen from Biomathematics 201, 202, 203, 204, 205, 208, 210 and 226. If any of these five courses were completed as an undergraduate, the student may petition the department to count them in fulfillment of this requirement of specific background in biomathematics;

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Application information

Entry requirements

Application deadline: December 1, 2026. Scores from at least one standardized test (including GRE General, GRE Science Subject, MCAT, or LSAT) are recommended. Letters of recommendation: 3, from faculty competent to evaluate qualifications for pursuing graduate study and a creative research career;. M.S.: Not currently accepting applications. Ph.D.: In addition to the University's minimum requirements and those listed above, all applicants are expected to submit a statement of purpose. High academic achievement in one scientific or mathematical field is required for admission. It is not necessary for an applicant to be proficient in both mathematics and biology, although some prior preparation in both fields is desirable.

Most graduate departments and schools have deadlines in November and early December for the following fall term.

Graduate application fee: $135 for U.S. citizens and permanent residents, $155 for all other applicants, $200 for the Global Executive MBA for Asia Pacific, Master of Financial Engineering and MS in Business Analytics; nonrefundable, paid by card with the online Application for Graduate Admission.

Executive MBA: rolling admission for fall entry; Round 1 December 1, 2026, Round 2 February 1, 2027, Round 3 May 1, 2027; application fee $200.

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