Summary
The Master of Science (SM) degree program provides the essential skills and depth of knowledge needed to have a high-impact career in academia, industry, or policy analysis. Offered in several different lengths and areas of specialization (42.5-credit, 60-credit, and 80-credit), applicants are able to identify the program that best suits their unique educational goals, level of professional experience, and prior education.
The Master of Science 60-credit program (SM-60) is designed for professionals with prior bachelor’s degrees in one of the mathematical sciences. Offered only through the Biostatistics Department, SM-60 students join a community of leading scientists and educators from around the world dedicated to improving the health of people everywhere through quantitative research.
Details
- Abbreviation: SM-60
- Degree format: On campus
- Time commitment: Full-time and part-time
- Average program length: 1.5 years (3 semesters) full-time
- Start term: Fall
Admission information
Eligibility requirements
Application requirements
All applications must be submitted through SOPHAS – the centralized application for schools and programs of public health. In addition to the application, applicants must submit:
- Statement of purpose and objectives
- Official test scores (optional but recommended)
- Three letters of reference
- Resumé/curriculum vitae
- Post-secondary transcripts or mark sheets (World Education Services credential evaluation for applicants with degrees from outside of the United States.)
- English language proficiency (TOEFL/IELTS), if applicable
Application deadline