Summary Information:
MS in Biostatistics
| Contact Information | Renee Albert, (206) 543-1044 |
| Department/Program Title | Biostatistics |
| Degree | MS |
| Brief Program Description | Students in the MS program must complete required coursework, demonstrate proficiency in a computer language, write a thesis, take a consulting class, and pass the first-year theory examination. |
| # Required Credits - Total | 73 |
| # Thesis/Dissertation Credits (Min/Max) | 18 |
| Usual Time to Complete Degree (Range) | Course Work: 1.5 years Dissertation: 1 year Total: 2-3 years |
| Eligibility for Certifying Exams (e.g., RD, Prev Med. Boards) | Master's level students take an M.S. Statistical Theory Examination in June at the end of the year they take STAT 512 and 513. |
| Likely Careers | Academic/Research instruction
- 60% Industry/Business - 40% |
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