The Master of Science (M.S.) degree program in Public Health (PH) is designed with an emphasis on mastering skills in Biostatistics and Chronic Disease Epidemiology. The M.S. track for Chronic Disease Epidemiology may be completed in one year as a full-time student. The M.S. track for Biostatistics is a two year program full-time. Students may be admitted to either program on a part-time basis. Part-time students must complete all degree requirements within five years of matriculation. With the growth of biotechnology and medical research in the pharmaceutical industry there is a high demand for well-trained graduates in chronic disease epidemiology. Biostatisticians’ technical skills in data analysis are valued in managed care organizations, medical research, and the pharmaceutical industry. The M.S. in PH is offered through the department’s affiliation with the Graduate School of Arts and Sciences. The departmental Graduate Studies Executive Committee and the director of graduate studies (DGS) are responsible for overseeing the progress of M.S. students.

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