Overview
Key facts:
- Biostatistics brings to bear results from statistical and probability theory on problems in human health and disease. The purpose of the PhD program in Biostatistics at the Columbia University is to prepare individuals to develop or adapt statistical methods for solving problems in the health field.
- Resources available at Columbia include extensive library and computer facilities, as well as myriad opportunities for involvement in numerous research activities in the biomedical sciences and clinical research, which can lead to dissertation topics.
- Fellowships are awarded in recognition of academic achievement and in expectation of scholarly success. Teaching and research experience are considered an important aspect of the training of graduate students. Thus, graduate fellowships include some teaching and research apprenticeship.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Principles of Epidemiology
- Probability
- Data Science
- Survival Analysis
- Design of Medical Experiments
- Generalized Linear Models
- Sequential Experimentation
- Theoretical Genetic Modeling
- Clinical Methodology
- Pharmaceutical Statistics
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 60 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Disciplines
Biology Statistics View 181 other PhDs in Biology in United StatesAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any academic requirements for this programme.
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- While many of the applicants admitted to Columbia’s PhD program in biostatistics have already completed (or are completing) master’s degrees in biostatistics, statistics, or a related field, admission is open to well qualified students holding (or completing) bachelor’s degrees.
- An official transcript from each prior institution
- A statement of academic purpose
- Three letters of evaluation from academic sources
Tuition Fee
Living costs for Manhattan
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
- Fellowships are awarded in recognition of academic achievement and in expectation of scholarly success. Teaching and research experience are considered an important aspect of the training of graduate students. Thus, graduate fellowships include some teaching and research apprenticeship.
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