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PhD Statistics at University of Rochester

University of Rochester, United States

Programme overview

The PhD in Statistics gives a thorough grounding in statistical theory as the foundation for research in statistical methodology. A concentration in Bioinformatics and Computational Biology trains biostatisticians to address scientific and public health questions. The programme has 23 PhD students, 16 faculty and 100% job placement over the past 10 years.

Faculty: School of Medicine and Dentistry  |  Department: Biostatistics and Computational Biology  |  Duration: Average 5 years to PhD completion  |  Intake: Fall  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Rochester, NY, United States

What you will study

Statistical theory and methodology; the BCB concentration requires three bioinformatics and computational biology courses.

Career pathways

100% job placement for PhD graduates over the past 10 years.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Programme: bachelor's degree only (master's not needed). 3 recommendation letters, statement of purpose, transcripts. Expected: three semesters of calculus through multivariable, linear and/or matrix algebra and a year of probability and mathematical statistics. GRE scores are not used. Priority deadline December 1, final December 15; fee waived for all PhD applicants.

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.

Intake: Fall

Duration: Average 5 years to PhD completion

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