Overview

Key facts

University of Miami's one-year M.S. in Biostatistics Program is meant to be a terminal degree that provides students with the necessary background for applying biostatistical practices in real-world settings. Students will acquire the necessary foundation and gain practical skills that can be applied immediately to a variety of data settings, including the biological life sciences, public health, medical studies, health services research, and more.

Programme Structure

The degree consists of 33 credits covering introductory probability, biostatistics, introductory epidemiology, public health, computing, clinical trials, introductory survival analysis, and introductory mathematical statistics. Enrichment is provided by a statistical practicum and a seminar course.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-08-19 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-07-15 00:00:00

More details

International students are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

33 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

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

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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Student insurance

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Other requirements

General requirements

The most competitive UM applicants have a bachelor’s degree in a related field

Complete the online application

Official Transcripts

Send official Test Scores: Test scores will only be accepted if they are submitted directly from the testing agency

Complete the School Report

Letter(s) or Recommendation

Conduct updates, if applicable

Special Programs may ask for additional requirements like a portfolio or/and schedule and audition

If applicable, submit your financial aid documents

For international students only: Submit official test scores from the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or the International English Language Testing System (IELTS)

Tuition Fee

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International

45540 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 22770 USD per semester during 12 months.
National

45540 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 22770 USD per semester during 12 months.
In-State

45540 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 22770 USD per semester during 12 months.

Living costs for Miami

1508 - 2603 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

Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Biostatistics.

Available Scholarships

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