Biostatistics
Drexel Dornsife's Master of Science (MS) in Biostatistics program prepares students to handle the quantitative and computational aspects of scientific research, ranging from study design, data collection and management, conducting analyses, and reporting findings. Graduates with degrees in biostatistics are employed in university research groups, hospitals, pharmaceutical companies, health-related industries, and government. New technologies are generating an unprecedented amount of data which continue to present exciting opportunities for biostatisticians with strong computational skills. Incorporated into the second year is a two quarter-long practicum experience working on a real academic, government, or industry project in a sponsoring organization setting.
| Degree | Availability | Location |
|---|---|---|
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MS |
Full-Time |
Philadelphia |
Application Requirements
On-Campus Program
Please view our academic calendar for term start dates.
| Fall (Sept) | Winter (Jan) | Spring (March) | Summer (June) | |
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| U.S. Applicants | July 1 | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| International Applicants | June 1 | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Applicants who apply by March 15 will be given priority consideration for merit-based scholarships. Applications received beyond this date will be considered for merit-based aid if funds remain available. Applications are continually reviewed throughout the cycle.
All application materials must be sent to the Schools of Public Health Application Service (SOPHAS) for your application to be considered complete and eligible for admissions review.
Graduate Admission Application
Applicants should apply using SOPHAS.
For more information and to apply online, visit sophas.org. No supplemental application is required.
Transcripts
Provide official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended. Official transcripts can be sent to:
SOPHAS
PO Box 9111
Watertown, MA 02471
International Transcript Evaluation (international applicants only)
Transcripts must be evaluated by an approved agency for admittance into this program. Drexel University accepts course-by-course transcript evaluations from members of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES). For a list of member agencies, please visit the NACES website.
Standardized Test Scores
GRE test scores are not required.
International applicants are required to demonstrate English language proficiency by submitting scores from the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL), the International English Language Testing System (IELTS), Duolingo, or the Pearson Test of English (PTE) unless they meet the criteria for a waiver.
Essay
Essay discussing how you became interested in public health, your career goals if known at this time and why you are interested in Drexel University. Typical length is 600–800 words.
Résumé
A résumé or CV is required, and should be uploaded as part of your admission application through the SOPHAS website.
Letters of Recommendation
Three letters of recommendation are required, preferably from faculty.
Additional Information
Applicants to the MS in Biostatistics must possess a baccalaureate degree, ideally in a quantitative field such as mathematics, economics and computer science or a scientific area such as natural, biological, medical and environmental sciences. Applicant's undergraduate training should have included at least two semesters of calculus and at least one semester of linear algebra. Some familiarity with a programming language or a statistical package is desirable, as well as probability and multivariate calculus.