$17,579 /Yr
On-campus
full_time
Doctor of Philosophy [Ph.D] Biostatistics
- The Doctor of Philosophy in Biostatistics at the University of California is a 4 years program.
- It is an on-campus program offered on a full-time basis.
- The program offers training in the theory of statistics and biostatistics, computer implementation of analytic methods, and opportunities to use this knowledge in areas of biological/medical research.
- The PhD degree program requires 4-6 semesters of coursework, the completion of the qualifying examination and dissertation.
- The program is accredited by the Council on Education for Public Health (CEPH).
- Biostatistics requires a program of courses selected from biostatistics, statistics, and at least one other subject area (such as environmental health, epidemiology, or genomics), an oral qualifying examination, and a dissertation.
- Courses cover traditional topics as well as recent advances in biostatistics and statistics.
- Students have countless opportunities to dive into the world of research and practice through our diverse array of centers and programs.
- UC Berkeley campus provides students with unique opportunities to collaborate with leaders in key science and humanities disciplines, including engineering, computer science, social welfare, public policy, journalism, international development, business, law, and more.
- As part of the UC system, Berkeley Public Health has access to unequaled networks across the state and worldwide, including partnerships with the world-class medical campus of UCSF.
Tution & Application Fees
| Year | Year 1 | Year 2 | Year 3 |
| Tuition Fees | $5721 | $5721 | $5721 |
| Health Insurance | $3044 | $3044 | $3044 |
| Compulsory Fees | $564 | $564 | $564 |
| International differential fee | $7551 | $7551 | $7551 |
| Miscellaneous expenses | $699 | $699 | $699 |
| Total Fees | $17579 | $17579 | $17579 |
Examinations
| Exam Type | Exam Name | Score | Out of Score | Exam Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS | International English Language Testing System | 7.0 | 9 | 3 |
| TOEFL | Test of English as a Foreign Language | 90 | 120 | 3 |
| PTE | Pearson Test of English | 54 | 90 | 3 |
Academic Eligibility:
- Students must hold a master’s degree in biostatistics or a related field.
- Students should have completed undergraduate and graduate work in calculus, linear algebra, and have a strong overall quantitative background.
- A GPA of 3.7 (A- grade) on a 4.0 scale in the graduate school’s scale is required to be eligible for the program.
- Students have enough undergraduate training to do graduate work in their chosen field.
Indian Student Eligibility:
Indian students are eligible to apply if they meet one of the following eligibility criteria:
- Students must complete a 4-year undergraduate degree with first class in a relevant field from a recognized institution
- Or, students completed a master's degree with first-class in a relevant field from a recognized institution.
Along with the minimum eligibility requirements, international students hailing from non-English speaking countries need to prove English proficiency through IELTS/TOEFL/any equivalent test to get admission to this program.