Biostatistics

Admission Requirements

Admission requirements for PhD in Biostatistics:

• Undergraduate degree in mathematics or closely related fields
• Strong interest in Biostatistics and biomedical applications
• Overall grade point average of B or better
• B average or better in mathematics and science
• An average of 60th percentile score on the quantitative and verbal sections of the GRE.
• Non-US citizens are required to take a Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) and make arrangement for an official score report to be sent directly from ETS to the Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences. A minimum acceptable TOEFL score is 100 on the Internet based version (including Speaking). Our Institution Code is 1519, Department code is 99.

Applicants are expected to have completed courses in advanced calculus, matrix/linear algebra and scientific programming with a minimum grade of B in each. Those who have not done so may be considered for admission and, if admitted, must complete these requirements during the first year of study.

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