VCU School of Public Health
Take on new challenges with VCU’s online master’s degree in biostatistics. Learn new research methods, develop communication skills, and prepare for leadership positions in academia, government and other industries. This program is exclusively for researchers and medical professionals with a terminal degree or those in the process of pursuing one who want to accelerate their career.
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The mission of the VCU Department of Biostatistics is to improve human health through methodological research, the education of graduate students and health science researchers in biostatistical methods and applications, and collaborative health sciences research. Faculty members conduct methodological research motivated by collaborative alliances, which in turn contributes to and enhances the department’s educational mission. By focusing on the integration of methodological and collaborative research, students develop strong biostatistical and communication skills, enabling them to assume leadership positions in academia, government and industry.
Applicants must hold a MD, DDS, PhD, PharmD, or equivalent professional terminal degree from an accredited college or university or be in the process of pursuing one to be admitted to the program. Applicants with international MD degrees are considered on an individual basis.
The M.S. in Biostatistics is part of VCU’s Graduate Education Innovation Program (GEIP). This program offers a distinct tuition and fee structure for out-of-state and international students, designed to make our prestigious graduate programs more accessible and affordable.
This training program is designed to be completed in 12 months (three semesters: fall, spring, summer) and will help students achieve the following learning outcomes.
Biostatistics core outcomes
Clinical research and biostatistics concentration-specific outcomes
The VCU Bulletin is the official source for academic course and program information.
Based on “Medical Scientists” from the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
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