Program Overview

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Program Details

The Biostatistics Bachelor of Science in Public Health (BSPH) program is designed to prepare students for entry-level professional statistical and programming careers, and provides a firm academic base for subsequent studies in biostatistics, medicine, and other fields.

Minimum Credit Hours

The program requires a minimum of 120 credit hours.

Application Cycle

The application cycle for the program is in the fall.

Application Deadlines

The application deadlines are as follows:

• January 6, 2026, for current UNC students
• October 15, 2025, for high school students applying through UNC Chapel Hill
• Early Action/Excel@Carolina: February 15, 2026 (March 15 completion deadline) for UNC transfer students

Expected Duration

The expected duration of the program is 2 years (typically junior and senior year) in the major coursework, with a total of 4 years.

Learning Environment

The learning environment for the program is residential.

Accelerated/Dual Degree Options

A dual BSPH/MS degree is available for students who are interested in completing some of the MS in Biostatistics degree requirements while completing their undergraduate degree.

How to Apply

For Current UNC Students

To apply, students should:

• Select “Apply for Major/Minor Change” in ConnectCarolina
• Select the double arrow to go to the Apply for Major/Minor Change page
• Select the BSPH major from the “Major/Minor” dropdown menu
• Select fall semester and year from the “Term” dropdown menu
• Click the “I Agree” checkbox and submit the request

For Current High School Students

To apply, students should:

• Review the Assured Enrollment to undergraduate majors
• Complete the application for admission on the Common Application or Coalition Application website by the Early Action deadline
• Complete the brief survey in the UNC supplement and indicate interest in Assured Enrollment to one or more undergraduate majors under Excel@Carolina opportunities

For Transfer Students

To apply, students should:

• Go to the Common Application to create an account and start the application
• Submit the Common Application, the Common Application supplement, and application fee by the deadline
• Upload the statement of purpose requested in the Common Application supplement
• Submit official transcripts from all high schools, colleges, and universities attended
• Arrange to have two letters of recommendation sent

Admissions Information

Who Should Apply

The Biostatistics BSPH program is designed for students who are interested in pursuing a career in biostatistics or a related field.

Required Prerequisites

Students must successfully complete certain prerequisites prior to starting the major.

Undergraduate G.P.A.

A minimum GPA of 3.0 is required.

Letters of Recommendation Required

Two letters of recommendation are required, with at least one from a math or statistics teacher.

Interviews

Interviews are not required.

During and After the Program

For more information on the curriculum and graduate school/career outcomes, please refer to the catalog.