Overview

Graduates typically find positions in public health organizations, healthcare systems, universities, medical schools, governmental health agencies, and the pharmaceutical industry. Many also pursue PhD programs.

The Master of Statistics in Biostatistics (MSTAT) at University of Utah is designed for students with a bachelor’s degree in mathematics, statistics, or related fields who have completed coursework in calculus, statistics, programming, matrix algebra, and biology. However, applications from varied backgrounds are also considered.

Depending on the completed undergraduate coursework, the MSTAT Biostatistics program can take two to three years to complete.

Program Foundation

The basics of applied statistics
The fundamentals of numerous problems in the areas of health
An ability to apply statistical knowledge to health-related data
An ability to understand complex problems and to manage complex interactions with healthcare personnel
An ability to utilize technology to its fullest advantage

Programme Structure

Courses include

Statistical Inference

Categorical Data Analysis

Survival Analysis

Epidemiology
Primary Data Collection Methods

Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

37 SCH

Delivered

Online

Campus Location

Salt Lake City, United States

Disciplines

Bioinformatics & Biostatistics View 34 other Masters in Bioinformatics & Biostatistics in United States

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Academic requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

The minimum academic requirements for graduate admission are the following:
A bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college/university
At least a 3.00 or higher undergraduate weighted mean GPA*
*If the candidate has a GPA below 3.0, they must submit a justification letter. This letter should detail why the candidate's GPA is lower than 3.0 and why they are prepared to pursue a graduate-level public health degree despite their lower GPA. This letter is separate from the Statement of Purpose and will be included with the candidate’s application file.
Meeting the academic department's admission standards and receiving a recommendation for admission to their program.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

13582 USD / year

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Out-of-State

13582 USD / year

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In-State

3858 USD / year

≈ 3858 USD / year

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