- Do I need a Master’s (MS) degree before applying for the PhD program?
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No. You can apply directly to the PhD program.
- Do I need a background in biology?
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A background in biology is not required but is encouraged for better understanding of public health and medical applications. Our school offers PUBHLT 2015 Biology in Public Health which provides an introduction to the biological foundations of many systems that are important in public health.
- What are the prerequisites for mathematics and social sciences?
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The math prerequisite usually means calculus I and II for a total of 6 credits. There is no social science prerequisite for biostatistics programs. You can select n/a in the social science prerequisite field on your application.
- What is the requirement on the TOEFL for financial assistance?
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To be admitted to the program, the student must have a TOEFL of at least 100.
- What kinds of financial assistance are available for new international students?
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New international PhD students are eligible for graduate student researcher (GSR) stipends. GSRs expect to devote 20 hours per week to research projects. The monthly stipend is competitive along with a tuition waiver and medical benefits.
New international MS students are eligible for department awards at the time of admission.
For more information please see the financial aid page.
- Do you have support for MS students?
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The department does not provide full funding, but MS students are eligible for department awards at the time of admission. Many MS students also obtain hourly employment in the University or surrounding area.
- Do you have a rolling process or collect all of the application materials and then process them together?
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We have a rolling process for MS applications with a January 15th priority deadline for international and domestic applicants. The PhD program has a December 15th priority deadline and hard January 5th deadline.
- What are the requirements for being given financial aid?
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Please see the financial aid page.
- What is the deadline for applications for the Fall term?
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PhD: priority deadline December 15, hard deadline January 5
MS: priority deadline January 15 - Do I have to apply separately for financial aid (i.e. GSR)?
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No. PhD applicants are automatically considered at the time of application.
- Can I start classes in Spring or Summer terms?
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No. We only accept applications for the Fall term.