Application deadline: Jan. 31.
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Admission generally requires at least an undergraduate major in a quantitative field (ideally mathematics, statistics, biostatistics, computer science, or biomedical engineering). Students at different points in their careers may wish to apply to our program (including those with some graduate school experience in a related field with sufficient mathematics/statistics background). The following individuals may be interested in applying:
- Recent recipients of at least a bachelor’s degree in mathematics, statistics, biostatistics, computer science or biomedical engineering from an accredited institution
- Individuals with degrees in other (related) disciplines with an excellent background in mathematics/statistics who seek to gain expertise in biostatistics
Other Recommendations: Students entering the program with background limited to quantitative sciences will benefit from a basic human biology and/or a basic genetics course. All prospective students must provide evidence of basic skills in computer programming through coursework or documented experience. A comprehensive list of required and recommended preparatory courses is available here.
In most cases, students should be able to devote full time to the program (entering the program in July and graduating in December of the following year). However, part-time accommodations will be made on a case-by-case basis. Such arrangements should be discussed with the Special Programs Administrator. Part-time students will be allowed 3 years to complete the program.
Students are only admitted to the program annually for entry in the summer semester due to the required sequence of courses.
Have questions? Please contact:
Special Programs Administrator
Email: OHIDS-Education@wustl.edu
Phone: 314-273-5464