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Overview
Students in the Biostatistics program at Virginia Commonwealth University receive in-depth training in database management and analysis — plus they partner with health sciences researchers on real projects in fields such as public health, surgery, dentistry and oncology.
Each semester, students work in our Biostatistical Consulting Laboratory, where they collaborate to design studies, create and maintain research databases, analyze data, and report statistical evidence.
Optional Concentrations
Students can add an optional concentration that allows specialization within biostatistics:
- M.S. with Genomics Concentration
- M.S. with Clinical Research Concentration (requires the applicant hold a M.D., D.D.S., Ph.D., Pharm.D. or equivalent health professional “terminal” degree)
Program Highlights
Our M.S. program offers a quicker degree path than a doctoral track, allowing full-time students to complete the program in as little as 18 months. Other highlights include:- No thesis requirement
- Many elective course options
- One culminating applied examination
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Biostatistical Computing
- Analysis of Biomedical Data
- Biostatistical Consulting
- Clinical Trials
- Biostatistical Research Seminar
- Directed Research in Biostatistics
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 18 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
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Language
English
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL® IBT 80
Credits
33 SCH
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Bioinformatics & Biostatistics View 414 other Masters in Bioinformatics & Biostatistics in United StatesAcademic requirements
GRE® Required
English requirements
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL® IBT 80
Other requirements
General requirements
- Applicants for the M.S. in biostatistics (including the clinical research or genomics concentrations) must complete the verbal, quantitative and analytical writing sections of the Graduate Record Exam
- The applicant must provide a personal statement discussing reasons for pursuing graduate study
- All applicants must present grades (marks) that reflect superior ability and serious effort
- All non-native English-speaking applicants must provide evidence of English language proficiency
- Prospective students who have studied outside of the U.S. must provide an official course-by-course external credential evaluation as a required part of the admission process
- Proof of adequate funds to live and study full time at VCU by submitting an I-20 DS Request Form accompanied by an original bank verification letter
- A $70 state-required application fee
Tuition Fee
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International
25956 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 25956 USD per year during 18 months. -
National
25956 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 25956 USD per year during 18 months. -
In-State
12618 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 12618 USD per year during 18 months.
Living costs for Richmond
1071 - 1750 USD /month
Living costs
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.
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