Biostatistics

Programs under this Major:
Doctor of Philosophy Program (PhD)

Major Description

The PhD in Biostatistics will have an emphasis on the foundations of statistical reasoning and will require its graduates to complete rigorous training in applied probability and statistical analyses. This new program will prepare students who have demonstrated excellence in mathematics and the sciences to become... Show Full Description

Department: Epidemiology and Biostatistics

Phone:
(520) 626-3200
Fax:
(520) 626-3206
Mailing Address:
College of Public Health , Office of Student Services and Academic Affairs , 1834 E. Mabel
Website:
http://www.publichealth.arizona.edu/

Majors:
Arizona Clinical Research Training, Biostatistics, Epidemiology

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Doctor of Philosophy Program (PhD)

Contact Information

Application Questions

Becky Corran
520.626.3201
phadmit@u.arizona.edu

Financial Aid

  • Research and Teaching Assistantships
  • Tuition and Registration Scholarships

Application Requirements

Please see other requirements below.

Standardized Test Requirements

Please see other requirements below.

Other Application Requirements

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree with GPA of 3.2 or higher
  • Strong quantitative skills
  • At least three semesters of college-level calculus through multivariable/vector calculus
  • One semester of linear algebra is strongly recommended
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Resume or CV
  • Personal statement of experiences and goals
  • GRE scores (combined verbal and quantitative score of 1200 or above considered competitive)
  • TOEFL or IELTS scores for international applicants
  • Writing sample

Application Deadline(s)

Domestic Applicants
Fall
January 1
Spring
No admissions
Summer I
No admissions
Summer II
No admissions
International Applicants
Fall
December 1
Spring
No admissions
Summer I
No admissions
Summer II
No admissions

Program Codes

GRE Code(s)
5688 (SOPHAS)

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