1 INTRODUCTION
This handbook describes the academic programs offered by the Department of Biostatistics at Harvard University. The Ph.D. Program is overseen by the Graduate School of Arts and Sciences, whereas the SM degree is governed by the School of Public Health. The various sections of this handbook include information and Departmental regulations concerning entrance requirements, program descriptions, degree requirements, and other Departmental policies.
Policies and official requirements of the Graduate School of Arts and Sciences are set forth in the Graduate School of Arts and Sciences Handbook (http://www.gsas.harvard.edu/current_students/gsas_handbook.php). Policies and official requirements of the School of Public Health are set forth in the Harvard School of Public Health Catalog (http://www.hsph.harvard.edu/academics/catalog/) and the Harvard School of Public Health Student Handbook (http://www.hsph.harvard.edu/admissions/registrar/files/handbook.pdf). Each graduate student is responsible for general knowledge of, and adherence to, the policies and requirements of the degree program in which the student is enrolled. Additional departmental information is available at http://www.hsph.harvard.edu/biostats/.
This handbook was prepared by the Director of Graduate Studies and approved by the Faculty of the Department of Biostatistics. The Director of Graduate Studies is responsible for reviewing the student's program of study, and has the authority to consider exceptions to the rules and regulations established by the Department. The recommendations of the Director of Graduate Studies are forwarded to the Department Chair for final approval. Any suggestions or comments should be addressed to the Director of Graduate Studies.