Overview

Key facts

All three programs emphasize teamwork, problem-solving, communication, and scientific knowledge and technical skills. Each program is designed to integrate university coursework with business/industrial internships to better prepare students for the variety of career pathways associated with the life science and health science industries. The overall objectives and interactions of these three new programs are described in the PSM section of the Grand Valley State University Undergraduate and Graduate Catalog.

Career Options

Master's level biostatisticians are in demand in industry, research institutions, government, and academia, including:

Agriculture
Biology
Clinical medicine
Drug development/ clinical trials
Environmental health
Epidemiology
Forestry
Wildlife and fisheries

Why Study Biostatistics at Grand Valley State University ?

Master's level biostatisticians are in demand. This demand results in higher starting salaries within exciting scientific work environments.
Partners such as the Van Andel Research Institute and Spectrum Health provide formal support for internships and continuing assistance to GVSU students.
Graduates of the GVSU biostatistics master's program have secured employment with outstanding employers such as Van Andel Institute, Pfizer, the Henry Ford Health System, and the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center.
Class times later in the day allow degree completion by working professionals.
The program is very applied with an emphasis on modern statistical techniques using prominent statistical software.

Programme Structure

Courses Included:

Foundations of Biotechnology

Medical and Bioinformatics

Ethics and Professionalism in Applied Science

Applied Statistics for Health Professions

Statistical Methods for Biologists

Statistical Programming

Design of Experiments and Regression

Categorical Data Analysis

Clinical Trials

Perspectives in Advanced Biostatistics

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-01-08 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-11-01 00:00:00
Starting 2026-08-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-01 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

37 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Allendale, United States

Disciplines

Bioinformatics & Biostatistics View 276 other Masters in Bioinformatics & Biostatistics in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

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Required

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Grade point average of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale from all undergraduate coursework or a satisfactory score on the GRE
Resume detailing work experiences and accomplishments
Personal statement of career goals and background experiences, including an explanation of how this program will help achieve educational and professional objectives
Letters of recommendations from at least two individuals who are in positions to attest to the applicant's successful completion of the program

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Tuition Fee

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International

29526 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 798 USD per credit during 12 months.
National

29526 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 798 USD per credit during 12 months.
In-State

29526 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 798 USD per credit during 12 months.

Living costs for Allendale

1000 - 1500 USD /month

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