Overview

The MS in Biostatistics and Data Science at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston provides training in research design, basic statistical theory, data analysis, computer applications, and statistical consultation.

Careers

Graduates of the program are prepared to assume statistical posts in government, private health agencies, or health research programs.

The program emphasizes fundamental statistical theory and methods and provides the basis for doctoral-level biostatistical studies.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Intermediate Biostatistics

Applied Linear Regression

Applied Multivariate Analysis

Categorical Data Analysis

Categorical Data Analysis

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 18 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-01 00:00:00

Language

English

Credits

36 SCH

Delivered

On Campus, Blended, Online

Campus Location

Houston, United States

Disciplines

Data Science & Big Data Bioinformatics & Biostatistics View 264 other Masters in Bioinformatics & Biostatistics in United States

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Academic requirements

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

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

In addition to the UTHealth Houston School of Public Health’s general admission requirements, Biostatistics MS candidate applications will also be evaluated against the following considerations:

Hold an undergraduate degree in statistics, mathematics, computer science, or one of the physical, biological, or social sciences
Successful completion of coursework in calculus and linear algebra

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

12720 USD / year

≈ 12720 USD / year
Out-of-State

12720 USD / year

≈ 12720 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

3444 USD / year

≈ 3444 USD / year

Living costs

Houston

United States

1067 - 1950 USD / month

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

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