Study Biostatistics at the University of Michigan
Launch your career in biostatistics with a graduate degree from one of the country’s top-ranked schools of public health.
Why choose Michigan Public Health for biostatistics?
The University of Michigan School of Public Health’s Biostatistics program empowers the next generation of biostatisticians to analyze large scale health data and discover groundbreaking scientific findings. Our graduates become leaders in research, pharmaceuticals, healthcare, government, higher education, and more.
Degree programs designed to prepare you for what’s next
Choose the path that aligns with your career goals:
- Master of Science (MS) in Biostatistics
- Master of Science (MS) in Health Data Science
- Doctorate (PhD)
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Rachel Davis, MS '23
I believe that understanding how to collect and make sense of public health data is
both an interesting and important task, and my Michigan training will allow me to
apply my skill set to a wide variety of public health problems without forcing me
to choose a specific area of focus.
Soumik Purkayastha, MS '21, PhD '24
I think it’s incredibly important that we use all our skills to advocate for public
health initiatives, policies, and practices. I’ve seen how the work we do translates
to change. There is an increasing need for health data scientists, who use their data
skills for public good
Lauren MacConnachie, MS '23
I was born and raised in Michigan and I want to contribute to my home. I felt that
the University of Michigan and the Biostatistics program would provide me with the
analytical skills needed to excel in the field of public health.
Join a powerful alumni network
With a degree from Michigan Public Health, you’ll join our 19,000+ alumni driving positive change at nonprofit organizations, hospitals, insurance companies, universities, research firms, pharmaceutical and biotech companies, and local and national government agencies.