University of Louisville - School of Public Health and Information Sciences
Online Master of Science in Biostatistics
Online, USA
MSc
DURATION
2 years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time, Part time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
01 Apr 2027
EARLIEST START DATE
Jun 2027
TUITION FEES
USD 850 / per credit
STUDY FORMAT
Distance Learning
Key Summary
About: The online Master of Science in Biostatistics (MSBST) at the University of Louisville's School of Public Health & Information Science trains bachelor’s degree holders to enter or advance in biostatistics, statistics, and data science. The curriculum focuses on healthcare applications—medical, dental, nursing—covering research design, statistical analysis and computing with SAS and R. Finish in 3 semesters.
Career Outcomes: Graduates move into healthcare analytics, clinical research, public health, pharma, or industry roles. Typical careers include biostatistician; statistical programmer; clinical data analyst; data scientist; epidemiologist; research analyst using skills in statistical modeling, study design, SAS, R, data management, and applied research.
The online Master of Science in Biostatistics (MSBST) is designed for professionals with a bachelor’s degree who aspire to start or advance their careers in biostatistics, statistics, or data science.
Offered by the School of Public Health & Information Science at the University of Louisville, this program delivers a forward-thinking curriculum that emphasizes medical, dental, nursing, and healthcare applications of statistical analysis, with applicability across countless other industries. Through state-of-the-art coursework in designing research studies and applying modern statistical analysis, you’ll be equipped with the expertise needed to meet the growing industry demand for skilled statisticians who can effectively drive evidence-based decisions.
Online Master of Science in Biostatistics Program Highlights
- Learn rigorous statistical analysis methodology you can apply to any industry.
- Gain extensive training in statistical computing and data management in the SAS and R statistical software programs.
- Join one of the very few comprehensive biostatistics programs in the nation.
- Learn from faculty with distinguished academic credentials and a strong commitment to applied research.
- The Build Upon Your Background program is open to individuals with a bachelor’s degree in any field with some exposure to quantitative background.
- Complete your degree in as few as 3 semesters.
The M.S. in Biostatistics degree is a 33 credit hour program that requires 25 credit hours in core courses with 5 credit hours in electives, and 3 credit hours of public health education. The courses are asynchronous and delivered in standard term lengths.
- PHST 661 Probability
- PHST 680 Biostatistical Methods I
- PHST 624 Clinical Trials I: Planning and Design
- PHPH 523 Public Health in the U.S.1
- PHST 662 Mathematical Statistics
- PHST 681 Biostatistical Methods II
- PHST 684 Categorical Data Analysis
- PHST 625 Clinical Trials II
- PHST 683 Survival Analysis
- PHST 620 Introduction to Statistical Computing
- Electives2
What can I do with a master’s in Biostatistics?
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment for statisticians is expected to grow 30 percent from 2022 to 2032, much faster than the average for all occupations (bls.gov). In addition, the annual median wage was $104,110 in May of 2023. Our master’s in biostatistics opens the door to this booming industry and prepares you to provide statistical insights for the healthcare industry - the third largest employer of statisticians.
Graduates of UofL’s online Master’s in Biostatistics program are prepared to pursue careers in organizations including but not limited to:
- Pharmaceutical corporations
- Medical researchers
- Insurers
- Government agencies (FDA, NIH, Census Bureau)
- Universities and research institutions
- Hospitals and cancer centers