Amherst,
MA,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in Biostatistics in Boston United States | University of Massachusetts Amherst
University of Massachusetts Amherst
|
Boston United States
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
32,276
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months
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Explore Bayesian approaches, biomarker identification, and machine learning. Investigate disease causation and effects by combining your analytical skills and scientific curiosity through UMass Amherst's Biostatistics PhD program.
Our curriculum prepares graduates for academic research, teaching roles, and leadership positions in health organizations. Students can choose primary and secondary specializations, with foundational coursework covering generalized linear models, Bayesian methods, survival analysis, and statistical theory. Each candidate works with their advisor to select electives aligned with their academic background and professional goals.
Earning a biostatistics doctorate demands initiative, determination, persistence, and strong quantitative abilities. These attributes significantly influence our admission evaluations.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.0
Qualification Requirements
Transcripts: Successful applicants typically earn at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale in their baccalaureate degree. We do not disqualify students who have had periods of poor academic performance, and we invite students to provide explanations for periods where their performance was not consistent with what they feel their potential is.
Quantitative coursework: Multivariate calculus is required, and linear algebra is recommended for applicants to the MS program. Both multivariate calculus and linear algebra are required for applicants to the PhD program. Otherwise, no specific undergraduate courses are required for admission to the MS or PhD program. Successful applicants will have completed coursework that demonstrates their quantitative skills. Successful applicants in the past have included graduates from math/stat undergraduate programs as well as students who were not math/stat majors but performed well in quantitative coursework as an undergraduate, post-baccalaureate, or graduate student.
Personal statement/essays: Applicants personal statement (MS) or responses to essay questions (PhD) are evaluated to assess not just their academic maturity and performance in the classroom, but also their prior engagement with research projects and service to their community.
Letters of recommendation (minimum of two)
R'sum/CV
Please note, Graduate Record Exam (GRE) scores are not required and will not be considered or reviewed by our admissions committee.
English Language Proficiency Requirement successful biostatistics candidates typically earn a TOEFL score of 100 or higher, or the equivalent on other approved tests
Quantitative coursework: Multivariate calculus is required, and linear algebra is recommended for applicants to the MS program. Both multivariate calculus and linear algebra are required for applicants to the PhD program. Otherwise, no specific undergraduate courses are required for admission to the MS or PhD program. Successful applicants will have completed coursework that demonstrates their quantitative skills. Successful applicants in the past have included graduates from math/stat undergraduate programs as well as students who were not math/stat majors but performed well in quantitative coursework as an undergraduate, post-baccalaureate, or graduate student.
Personal statement/essays: Applicants personal statement (MS) or responses to essay questions (PhD) are evaluated to assess not just their academic maturity and performance in the classroom, but also their prior engagement with research projects and service to their community.
Letters of recommendation (minimum of two)
R'sum/CV
Please note, Graduate Record Exam (GRE) scores are not required and will not be considered or reviewed by our admissions committee.
English Language Proficiency Requirement successful biostatistics candidates typically earn a TOEFL score of 100 or higher, or the equivalent on other approved tests
Tuition
USD
32,276