Program Overview

Master's Degree (MS) in Biostatistics

The Master's Degree in Biostatistics is ideal for individuals interested in applying statistical methods to solve complex problems in public health, medicine, and biology, preparing for careers in data analysis, clinical trials, or epidemiological research.

Program Overview

The University of Kentucky's new Master of Science in Biostatistics (MSBST) program trains students in methodological skills that are foundational in biostatistics. The MSBST meets the needs of candidates who seek careers in healthcare, government health agencies, biomedical research, and pharmaceutical industries which all require advanced knowledge in analyzing health science data. Students will benefit from experiential learning opportunities and formal training in applying descriptive and inferential statistics specific to biomedical research, clinical and translational studies, and public health research aimed at improving population health.

Accreditation

Our College of Public Health is accredited by the Council on Education for Public Health (CEPH), an independent, U.S. Department of Education–recognized agency that ensures our programs meet rigorous standards for excellence in public health education. This CEPH accreditation guarantees students receive a high-quality, competency-based education and enhances eligibility for employment and funding opportunities in public health practice and research.

Related Careers

• Biostatistician
  • Data Analyst
  • Data/Research Scientist
  • Principal Investigator

Credential and Tuition

• Credential: MS
• Tuition / Credit Hour:
  • Resident: $825.50
  • Non-Resident: $2,060.50

Admission Requirements

Please view the Graduate School's Admission Requirements. If there are Program Specific Requirements listed below, those will also apply.

Application Requirements

Please view the application requirements for the Graduate School. If there are Program Specific Requirements listed below, those will also apply.

Program Specific Requirements

Applicants must submit their application through SOPHAS. Please view application and admission requirements on the College of Public Health Biostatistics MS webpage.

Degree Requirements and Course Descriptions

Degree requirements, course descriptions and academic policies for all programs are detailed in the University Catalog.

Funding Options

As a graduate student, there are additional opportunities for student funding. Once you are admitted into a degree-bearing graduate program at UK, you can apply for a wide variety of financial assistance, including assistantships and fellowships. These opportunities can be tied to your program’s availability, so you should inquire with your program director about opportunities available within your program.

Expand Your Learning

Our symbiotic relationship between the departments of Biostatistics and Epidemiology provides the opportunity to train students to work as "team-scientists" to fill an emerging workforce gap in the intersection of these two fields. The MSBST teaches candidates traditional biostatistics methodology, prepares them to work alongside epidemiologists and other subject-matter experts, and provides the unique skills to work with epidemiological data such as healthcare data, case reports, and more. Furthermore, our educational opportunities will train students to work in the emerging field of health data science. The MSBST meets the needs of candidates who seek careers in healthcare, government health agencies, biomedical research, and pharmaceutical industry --which all require advanced knowledge in analyzing health science data.