Graduate Certificate in Biostatistics
OVERVIEW
Who is this program for?
A graduate certificate in biostatistics is ideal for individuals with a background in health sciences, mathematics, or social sciences who are interested in applying statistical methods to public health and/or medical research. Graduates often pursue careers in healthcare organizations, government agencies, or research institutions to analyze health data, inform policy decisions, and contribute to medical advancements.
Program Overview
The Graduate Certificate in Biostatistics allows students to develop foundational skills in the design and analysis of biomedical studies. These skills are necessary for conducting quantitative research in public health and medicine, and they are attractive to future employers.
This is an on-campus program with courses offered during regular business hours.
Admission Requirements
Please view the Graduate School's Admission Requirements. If there are Program Specific Requirements listed below, those will also apply.
Application Requirements
Please view the application requirements for the Graduate School. If there are Program Specific Requirements listed below, those will also apply.
Program Specific Requirements
Applicants will be required to submit official transcripts from prior degree programs. GRE test scores, letters of recommendation, and personal statements are NOT required.
Application Deadlines
Domestic
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Spring
- 12/12/2025 International Students apply by Sept. 15.
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Summer
- 04/18/2026
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What You'll Learn
Students will be able to:
- Identify and apply appropriate statistical methods for analyzing public health and biomedical data
- Summarize statistical designs, including design issues and power calculations, and their applications in solving public health and biomedical problems
- Interpret and convey statistical findings
- Use technology to perform statistical procedures
To learn more about curriculum, please visit the College of Public Health Biostatistics Graduate Certificate page.
Degree requirements, course descriptions and academic policies for all programs are detailed in the University Catalog.
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