Make a difference in the medical, dental, nursing and public health fields through statistics analysis and data-driven decision making.
The University of Louisville School of Public Health and Information
Sciences offers a Master of Science in Biostatistics and a Certificate in
Biostatistics–both available 100% online. Learn from faculty with distinguished academic
credentials with a strong commitment to applied research. These programs focus on the theory
and practice of using cutting-edge data analysis tools to collect, manage
and evaluate biostatistical data, as well as evaluate emerging statistical
methods.
Both programs are available and accessible to a diverse population of
applicants from all backgrounds and industries If you have a bachelor's
degree in any field and dream of a career in biostatistics, statistics or
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Career Opportunities
In 2016, Fortune magazine named “Biostatistician” the highest hiring
potential occupation, based on a combination of long-term outlook
for job growth, median pay and job satisfaction. Graduates of
biostatistics programs often pursue careers with:
Pharmaceutical corporations
Medical insurers
Government agencies (FDA, NIH, Census Bureau)
Universities and research institutions
Hospitals and cancer centers
In 2016, statisticians earned a median annual salary of $80,500
according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. The field is projected
to experience a staggering 34% growth rate from 2014-2024.