New York Medical College

Program Information

Degree Offered

M.P.H. - Biostatistics; M.S.- Biostatistics, Public Health Informatics

Format: Campus

Program Description:

Biostatisticians apply statistical methods to the design, analysis and interpretation of research studies in a variety of fields. Types of activities biostatisticians are involved in include developing and testing of new drugs, developing diagnostic and treatment techniques, epidemiologic studies, nutrition studies, health surveys, and the collection and analysis of vital statistics.

The Biostatistics concentration is open to those without any previous training in statistics. However, concentration students should have a mathematical background through calculus and matrix algebra.

Accreditation:

Accredited by the Council on Educaton for Public Health (CEPH): member of the Association of the Schools of Public Health (ASPH).

Tuition & Financial Aid

Financial Aid Offered: No

Classification: Medical Schools/Medical Centers

Institution Sector: Private not-for-profit

Locale: Large Suburb

Size & Settings: 1,000 - 4,999