Biostatistics advances the health sciences by using mathematics and broader scientific insights to develop methodology for study design and data analysis.
| Degree | Program Summary |
|---|---|
| MPH |
At-a-GlanceMPH in BiostatisticsThe MPH in Biostatistics offers exceptional opportunities to contribute to transforming public health by solving real-world problems. The program includes course work focused on biostatistical methods, programming and data management in the context of public health, as well as a core of courses spanning multiple disciplines of public health. For admission and degree requirements, please visit UCLA Graduate Division. Application Deadline: Total mandatory fees, per year**: For the most up to date fees and more information on fee breakdown, visit the registrar's office. Please see FSPH Financial Opportunities page for information on awards, scholarships, training opportunities, employment, summer internship funding, and need-based aid. Possible Career Paths: Graduates in Biostatistics emerge as statisticians who have additional training in medical and other health-science fields. As a result, they are candidates for employment as statisticians and as researchers in the fields of genetics and biology, bioinformatics, and medicine. Graduates often assume positions in academia, industry, government organizations or allied scientific disciplines. Who to contact for more information: Roxy Naranjo * Admission requirements listed are Departmental requirements, and are in addition to the University's minimum requirements. Many programs receive more applicants than can be admitted, so meeting the minimum requirements for admission does not ensure admission. Every effort is made to ensure minimum admissions requirements are up to date - for the most up-to-date information on the University's minimum requirements, please visit the UCLA Graduate Division. ** Fees are subject to change and should be used as a guide only. For the most up to date fees and more information on fee breakdown, visit the registrar's office. |
| MS |
At-a-GlanceMS in BiostatisticsThe MS in Biostatistics is an academic, research-oriented degree program that is often preparatory for a doctoral degree or career in academic, industry or government research position. The program provides a strong foundation in both theory and application, and combines mathematical statistics and biostatistical methods with a research career focus. For admission and degree requirements, please visit UCLA Graduate Division. Application Deadline: Total mandatory fees, per year**: For the most up to date fees and more information on fee breakdown, visit the registrar's office. Please see FSPH Financial Opportunities page for information on awards, scholarships, training opportunities, employment, summer internship funding, and need-based aid. Please note that opportunities listed under 'Summer Internship Funding' are only applicable to MPH students.
Possible Career Paths: This program is often preparatory for a doctoral degree or a career in an academic, industry or government research position. Graduates in Biostatistics emerge as statisticians who have additional training in medical and other health-science fields. Who to contact for more information: Roxy Naranjo * Admission requirements listed are Departmental requirements, and are in addition to the University's minimum requirements. Many programs receive more applicants than can be admitted, so meeting the minimum requirements for admission does not ensure admission. Every effort is made to ensure minimum admissions requirements are up to date - for the most up-to-date information on the University's minimum requirements, please visit the UCLA Graduate Division. ** Fees are subject to change and should be used as a guide only. For the most up to date fees and more information on fee breakdown, visit the registrar's office. |
| PhD |
At-a-GlancePhD in BiostatisticsThe PhD degree program trains statisticians who can apply statistical methods to solve problems in the health field and who can conduct theoretical research in statistical methodology. Training in the program combines mathematical statistics, biostatistical methods and a third-field specialization. For admission and degree requirements, please visit UCLA Graduate Division. Application Deadline: Total mandatory fees, per year**: For the most up to date fees and more information on fee breakdown, visit the registrar's office. Please see FSPH Financial Opportunities page for information on awards, scholarships, training opportunities, employment, summer internship funding, and need-based aid. Please note that opportunities listed under 'Summer Internship Funding' are only applicable to MPH students. Possible Career Paths: Graduates with a UCLA PhD are exceptionally well prepared for academic careers and for industry and government careers. Graduates from UCLA's Biostatistics programs are recruited by top-notch employers. Our students get jobs at excellent universities, companies, and government agencies. Many graduates stay in the Los Angeles area or elsewhere in California, but our graduates are recruited by employers across the United States and around the world. Who to contact for more information: Roxy Naranjo at rlnaranjo@ph.ucla.edu or 310.267.2186. * Admission requirements listed are Departmental requirements, and are in addition to the University's minimum requirements. Many programs receive more applicants than can be admitted, so meeting the minimum requirements for admission does not ensure admission. Every effort is made to ensure minimum admissions requirements are up to date - for the most up-to-date information on the University's minimum requirements, please visit the UCLA Graduate Division. ** Fees are subject to change and should be used as a guide only. For the most up to date fees and more information on fee breakdown, visit the registrar's office. |
55 Students, master's and doctoral
14 full-time Faculty; 11 part-time Faculty
Degrees: Admissions and Program Requirements
Please see FSPH Financial Opportunities page for information on awards, scholarships, training opportunities, employment, summer internship funding, and need-based aid.
Roxy Naranjo
rlnaranjo@ph.ucla.edu
Degrees: Admissions and Program Requirements
