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Dec 11, 2024
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2022-23 Graduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Professional Science, Biostatistics Concentration, M.S.
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Saeed Foroudastan, Director
Master of Science in Professional Science Program
(615) 494-7618
Saeed.Foroudastan@mtsu.edu
For more information about the Biostatistics Concentration, contact:
Yeqian Liu, Program Advisor/Coordinator
Biostatistics Concentration
(615) 904-8448
Yeqian.Liu@mtsu.edu
Suzanne Hicks, Internship Graduate Coordinator
Master of Science in Professional Science Program
(615) 904-8581
Suzanne.Hicks@mtsu.edu
The Biostatistics concentration in the Master of Science in Professional Science degree offers training in the statistical methods applied to biomedical and health-related fields. These methods involve using mathematics to solve real-world problems that influence health.
Please see undergraduate catalog for information regarding undergraduate programs.
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Admission Requirements
Admission to the Master of Science in Professional Science with a concentration in Biostatistics requires
- an earned bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college with a course in multivariate calculus with a grade of C (2.00) or better and a course in linear algebra with a grade of C (2.00) or better;
- basic competency in word processing, electronic mail, library retrieval systems, presentation graphics, spreadsheets, and databases;
- the appropriate undergraduate preparation for advanced study of biostatistics.
Application Procedures
All application materials are to be submitted to the College of Graduate Studies.
Applicant must
- submit application with the appropriate application fee (online at www.mtsu.edu/graduate/apply.php). Once this initial application has been accepted, the applicant will receive directions on how to enter the graduate portal to be able to submit other materials.
- submit official transcripts from all collegiate institutions attended;
- submit three letters of reference;
- submit an official Graduate Record Examination (GRE) report. A composite GRE score of 286 is expected.
Degree Requirements
The Master of Science in Professional Science with a concentration in Biostatistics requires completion of 36 semester hours.
Curriculum: Professional Science, Biostatistics
The following illustrates the minimum coursework requirements.
Concentration Courses (21 hours)
Required Courses (12 hours)
9 hours from the following:
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