Program Overview

UMass Amherst's 4+1 Accelerated MS in Biostatistics prepares students for careers in the high-demand field of biostatistics. Students complete their master's degree in just one year plus a summer after earning their undergraduate degree. Taught by experienced faculty, the program emphasizes modern challenges in statistical computing and big data as applied to public health. Graduates are fully accredited and well-equipped to protect public health through specialized research and analysis.