East Lansing,
MI,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in Biostatistics in East Lansing United States | Michigan State University
Michigan State University
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East Lansing United States
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
30,663
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months
The Doctor of Philosophy in Biostatistics equips students with advanced quantitative abilities to create, assess, and implement innovative techniques for analyzing contemporary biomedical data. This PhD program aims to cultivate expertise in developing and applying cutting-edge analytical approaches for modern health research. The curriculum requires 51 credits beyond a Master's degree, including:
22 credits of core coursework
5 elective credits
24 dissertation research credits
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
All Official Transcripts. TOEFL PBT - 550. TOEFL IBT - 80. IELTS - 6.5.
MS in Biostatistics, Statistics or equivalent. Applicants without an MS degree from quantitative background (e.g., mathematics) or students from biological disciplines may also qualify, but they will need to complete coursework at the MS level, with training in probability, mathematical statistics and statistical inference (e.g., STT 861, STT 862, STT 863, and STT 864 or equivalents). Additionally, applicants to the Ph.D. program should have taken courses in multivariate calculus, and advanced undergraduate courses in linear algebra and probability. Experience with numerical computing is also recommended. Applications from students in applied fields such as biology, biochemistry, economics and computer science are strongly encouraged to apply, with the understanding that necessary mathematical coursework may have to be completed before enrollment in the program.
TRANSCRIPTS
Submit one official transcript from every college or university attended.
GRE
Recommended but not required.
2 letters are required.
PERSONAL STATEMENT
An 800-1000-word personal statement addressing the applicants research goals, career plans and research interests. Applicants should also include any additional experience in epidemiology or biostatistics, and discuss what they have done to prepare for an advanced degree in our program.
Preferred background for admission
Master's degree in Biostatistics, Statistics or equivalent degree in related field.
A minimum GPA of 3.5 in the last academic program.
Above the 50th percentile on the GRE verbal, quantitative, and analytical writing sections, or the MCAT.
Previous course work: at least one year each of college-level biology and mathematics/statistics.
Prior experience in a health field is recommended.
WRITING SAMPLE
Copy of your master's thesis, capstone project report, published paper or similar writing sample.
MS in Biostatistics, Statistics or equivalent. Applicants without an MS degree from quantitative background (e.g., mathematics) or students from biological disciplines may also qualify, but they will need to complete coursework at the MS level, with training in probability, mathematical statistics and statistical inference (e.g., STT 861, STT 862, STT 863, and STT 864 or equivalents). Additionally, applicants to the Ph.D. program should have taken courses in multivariate calculus, and advanced undergraduate courses in linear algebra and probability. Experience with numerical computing is also recommended. Applications from students in applied fields such as biology, biochemistry, economics and computer science are strongly encouraged to apply, with the understanding that necessary mathematical coursework may have to be completed before enrollment in the program.
TRANSCRIPTS
Submit one official transcript from every college or university attended.
GRE
Recommended but not required.
2 letters are required.
PERSONAL STATEMENT
An 800-1000-word personal statement addressing the applicants research goals, career plans and research interests. Applicants should also include any additional experience in epidemiology or biostatistics, and discuss what they have done to prepare for an advanced degree in our program.
Preferred background for admission
Master's degree in Biostatistics, Statistics or equivalent degree in related field.
A minimum GPA of 3.5 in the last academic program.
Above the 50th percentile on the GRE verbal, quantitative, and analytical writing sections, or the MCAT.
Previous course work: at least one year each of college-level biology and mathematics/statistics.
Prior experience in a health field is recommended.
WRITING SAMPLE
Copy of your master's thesis, capstone project report, published paper or similar writing sample.
Tuition
USD
30,663