Overview

The Biostatistics program offered by University of Southern California focuses on the theory of biostatistics, data analytic methods, experimental design (including the design, conduct and analysis of clinical trials), statistical methods in human genetics, biomedical informatics and advanced statistical computing methods. Statistical methods are taught both from a practical and theoretical perspective.

Key Features

The program culminates in a master’s thesis on a topic of the student’s choosing. The thesis provides a structure for the development of a plan to address a research problem and a suitable approach to the analysis and presentation of the results. The equivalent of one year of full-time effort must be devoted to research leading to a master’s thesis.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Biostatistics

Data Analysis

Data Analysis

Epidemiology

Experimental Designs

Statistical Methods for Epidemiological Studies

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-11 00:00:00
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Starting 2027-05-19 00:00:00
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Starting 2027-08-24 00:00:00
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Language

English

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IELTS

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Credits

39 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Los Angeles, United States

Disciplines

Bioinformatics & Biostatistics View 264 other Masters in Bioinformatics & Biostatistics in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

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Other requirements

General requirements

A Bachelor’s degree and minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0

Official transcripts must be received from each accredited college or university attended.

A minimum of three (3) letters of recommendation: ALL letters must be less than a year old, on department letterhead, and signed by the recommender. At least one letter must be academic. Letters from peer colleagues or friends will not be accepted.

Applicants should submit a C.V. or resume.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

73260 USD / year

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Out-of-State

73260 USD / year

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Domestic

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In-State

73260 USD / year

≈ 73260 USD / year

Living costs

Los Angeles

United States

1520 - 2570 USD / month

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