Department of Biostatistics
Research. Application. Collaboration.

PhD in Biostatistics

To earn the PhD in biostatistics, students must pass the written master's exams, complete the coursework requirements, pass the PhD qualifier exams, and complete a dissertation on a biostatistical topic approved by their supervisory committee. In addition to these requirements, data analysis experience at a level commensurate with PhD coursework is required. Students must spend at least one year in residence in full-time study after admission to the program. A minimum of 72 credit hours of study beyond the bachelor's degree is required.