Overview

Biostatistics from University of Louisville curriculum for the Standard and Thesis tracks cover probability, statistical theory, and biostatistical methods in the first year along with biostatistics concentration courses in clinical trials and categorical data analysis. The fall semester of the second year includes courses in survival analysis and elective biostatistics courses. The Thesis Track includes the preparation and defense of a thesis in the spring semester of the second year. Students in the Bioinformatics Track receive the same coursework in probability, mathematical statistics, and biostatistical methods, but take concentration courses in biochemistry, bioinformatics, advanced statistical computing, and data mining.

Careers

The Master of Science (MS) degree prepares students for careers as professional biostatisticians in industry, government, or academia.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Probability

Mathematical Statistics

Biostatistical Methods

Public Health in the U.S.

Clinical Trials

Biochemistry

Bioinformatics

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 18 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-01-08 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-11-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2025-08-19 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-05-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

33 SCH

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Disciplines

Bioinformatics & Biostatistics View 294 other Masters in Bioinformatics & Biostatistics in United States

Academic requirements

GPA

GRE^®

Required

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended. If your transcripts are from an institution outside the U.S.A., you may need to get a foreign credential evaluation (FCE) from a service such as WES.

The minimum GPA for unconditional admission is 3.0, although applicants with lower GPA are considered for conditional admission.

Scores from the graduate record exam (GRE).

A resume or CV

A written statement of purpose

At least two letters of recommendation written within the past twelve months, which may be submitted as part of the graduate application

Non-refundable application fee

Application for Admission

English Proficiency

Financial Statement

Tuition Fee

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International

28906 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 28906 USD per year during 18 months.
National

28906 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 28906 USD per year during 18 months.
In-State

14222 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 14222 USD per year during 18 months.

Living costs for Louisville

897 - 1421 USD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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