University at Buffalo

Program Information

Degree Offered

M.S. - Epidemiology; M.P.H. - Epidemiology, Environmental Health or Health Services Administration, Ph.D. - Epidemiology

Format: Campus

Program Description:

Our M.S. and Ph.D. programs are designed for the individual who wishes to pursue advanced training in epidemiological research. The MPH programs provide training for public health practitioners in epidemiology, environmental health sciences or health services administration. There is close collaboration with such facilities as Roswell Park Cancer Institute (NY State Dept. of Health's National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center), Erie County and Niagara County Health Departments, local hospitals and other schools within our own urban research University.

Financial Aid is only offered for PhD students.

Accreditation:

The School of Public Health and Health Professions is accredited by the Council on Education in Public Health. The University at Buffalo is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education.

Eligibility Requirements:

Biostatistics concentration only: Students who do not have at least two semesters of successful course work in calculus will be required to take additional courses in mathematics before being admitted. Prior course work in advanced calculus and statistics is desirable, but not essential.

International Student Requirements:

TOEFL examination completed within two years of enrollment with a minimum acceptable score of 600 on the paper-based test, 250 on the computer-based test, or 100 on the internet-based test; or demonstration of proficiency in the International English Language Testing System (IELTS). The required minimum IELTS score is 7.5 overall (6.5 for Biostatistics Concentration). The IELTS score must be dated within two years of the time the student will enroll. Only the official original IELTS score report is acceptable; photocopies are not acceptable.

Tuition & Financial Aid

Financial Aid Offered: No

Classification: Master's Colleges & Universities I

Institution Sector: Public

Locale: Large City

Size & Settings: 10,000 - 19,999