Biostatistics (MS) Postgraduate Program By University of Louisville |Top Universities
Tuitionfee

28,520 USDTuition Fee/year

Application Deadline

01 Jul, 2023Application Deadline

Scholarship

YesScholarships

Main Subject Area

Biological SciencesMain Subject Area

Program overview

Main Subject

Biological Sciences

Degree

MSc

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

Biostatistics involves the development and application of statistical techniques to scientific research in health-related fields including medicine, nursing, and public health. Students in the Master of Science in Biostatistics program receive state-of-the-art training in the latest statistical methodologies with focus on the design of research studies, modern statistical data analysis in health sciences research, and research in Biostatistical methodology. In addition, students are provided with tools with which to develop evidence-based clinical and healthcare policies and guidelines.

Upon admission to the MS program, the program director, working with the student as faculty advisor, develops a program of study for the student, which requires agreement by the student and the academic dean. Changes to a student’s program of study, including coursework, milestones, and their anticipated timings, are made by the student’s faculty advisor, working with the student, and formally signed by the student, the faculty advisor, the program director, and, for selected changes, the academic dean. This flexibility allows adapting programs of study to differing student capabilities and interests.

Program overview

Main Subject

Biological Sciences

Degree

MSc

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

Biostatistics involves the development and application of statistical techniques to scientific research in health-related fields including medicine, nursing, and public health. Students in the Master of Science in Biostatistics program receive state-of-the-art training in the latest statistical methodologies with focus on the design of research studies, modern statistical data analysis in health sciences research, and research in Biostatistical methodology. In addition, students are provided with tools with which to develop evidence-based clinical and healthcare policies and guidelines.

Upon admission to the MS program, the program director, working with the student as faculty advisor, develops a program of study for the student, which requires agreement by the student and the academic dean. Changes to a student’s program of study, including coursework, milestones, and their anticipated timings, are made by the student’s faculty advisor, working with the student, and formally signed by the student, the faculty advisor, the program director, and, for selected changes, the academic dean. This flexibility allows adapting programs of study to differing student capabilities and interests.

Admission requirements

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3+
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  • Graduate application  submitted to the Graduate School.
  • Non-refundable application fee.
  • At least two letters of recommendation written within past twelve months, submitted as part of the  graduate application
  • All post-secondary transcripts. Transcripts from institutions outside of the United States require a foreign credential evaluation.
    • The minimum undergraduate grade point average that will be considered for unconditional acceptance and admission is 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
    • Students lacking the necessary background in calculus (up to and including multivariable calculus with coverage of partial differentiation and multiple integration) may be conditionally admitted to the MS program and required to complete remedial coursework in calculus courses offered by the Department in the University of Louisville’s summer term. A minimum grade of B- in each course assigned to the student must be achieved (in addition to satisfaction of any other admission conditions) in order for the student to be fully admitted to the MS program. Students have one opportunity to satisfactorily complete all remedial courses assigned to them and all remedial courses must be completed prior to the student’s first Fall semester in the program. Students admitted under this condition will be dismissed from the MS program if they fail to achieve this required calculus competency. The details of these and all conditional admissions are specified in the admission letter students receive from the Department.
  • A statement of purpose submitted to the department office, which must include desired degree program.
  • International students for whom English is not their primary language must show English language proficiency by one of the following:
    • TOEFL examination score at or above 550 (paper based test and a 5.0 on the TWE test), 213 (computer based test), 79 (internet based test)
    • IELTS test score of 6.5 or higher
    • ECFMG (Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates) certification
    • Successfully passing the exit examination for the advanced level of an Intensive English as a Second Language Program
    • Demonstration of a degree awarded from an institution with instruction primarily in English, as formally documented by an appropriate institutional official
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  • Candidates are required to submit references or letter(s) of recommendation for acceptance
  • Candidates are required to submit an essay(s) for acceptance

Tuition fee and scholarships

Domestic Students

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14,170 USD

International Students

28,520 USD
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