The MS and the PhD in Biostatistics are awarded by the Graduate College. Instruction is offered through the College of Public Health. The MS is offered with or without a thesis.
PhD in Biostatistics at The University of Iowa
University Rank:#530
Duration4 year(s)
Tuition FeeUSD 53,668 / Year
Next IntakeMay 15, 2027
Biostatistics
The Biostatistics at The University of Iowa is a PhD program designed for students who want to build the knowledge and skills required for careers in this field. Delivered on campus at the university's main campus in Iowa City , United States of America, the program is taught in English and takes 4 years to complete. Students study in a Full Time environment while preparing for future professional opportunities. The next intake starts on May 15, 2027.
About Biostatistics
Requirements
Entry Requirements
- A U.S. bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university, or an equivalent degree from another country as determined by the Office of Admissions.
- A minimum grade-point average (GPA) of 3.00, or the foreign equivalent as determined by the Office of Admissions.
English Requirements
- IELTSMin 7
- TOEFLMin 81
Fee Information
Application Fee 80
How to Apply
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Submit your application.
You can apply through the University of Iowa application or the Common Application (fall session only). We make admission decisions on a rolling basis beginning October 1 (International Application deadlines vary depending on your area of study).
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Pay the application fee.
The $80 application fee is non-refundable. No application fee waivers are available unless you will be graduating from a high school inside the U.S.
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Upload your academic records.
Within your Admissions Profile in MyUI, upload copies of all required official transcripts from every secondary school (high school), college, university, technical/vocational institute, or professional institution you have attended.
Examine the Country Specific Admissions Requirement List to learn more about the required credentials and minimum academic standards needed for Admissions. Iowa offers college credit for a variety of exams. -
Meet our English Proficiency Requirement.
See details of our English Proficiency Requirements. If applicable, have the testing agency send us your TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo score.
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Have your ACT or SAT scores sent by the testing agency.
Our institution code is 1356 for the ACT; 6681 for the SAT.
ACT or SAT is required if:- You plan to use ACT/SAT to meet the English Proficiency Requirement
- You plan to apply for scholarships (some awards require an ACT or SAT score)
Biostatistics
The University of Iowa
United States of America, Iowa City