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Public Health, MPH (Biostatistics)

Master of Public Health Degree with a Concentration in Biostatistics

The online Master of Public Health (MPH) with a concentration in Biostatistics degree program meets the needs of those individuals who work in public health and desire to broaden their training by learning the statistical and quantitative evaluation of public health research and programs.

Total Credits

$626.85

Cost Per Credit

Online

UNMC

CEPH

Accreditation

Through the Public Health, MPH (Biostatistics) program, students:

Conceptualize and define a public health problem in multidimensional terms.
Develop an appropriate study design, to plan and implement proper statistical analyses.
Interpret and report the results of the study.
Gain basic biostatistical and quantitative skills and knowledge.
Apply biostatistical sciences while working with investigators in the process of research studies.
Learn innovative advances made in biostatistical methods while also learning the theory and application of biostatistics.

Students who pursue this degree have a strong interest in analyzing and processing information, forecasting scenarios and drawing conclusions using analytic software and methods.

The University of Nebraska Medical Center trains more health professionals than any other institution in the state. UNMC’s scientists and clinicians are at the leading edge of discovering new medical breakthroughs, transforming lives across the state and around the world.

UNMC has come together with its primary clinical partner, Nebraska Medicine, on a set of core values, which include focusing on the educational learner, research scope and prominence, clinical excellence, community engagement. Diversity, equity and inclusion, economic development, as well as organizational culture and leadership.

Learning at UNMC

Career Outlook

Biostatisticians study a blend of applied statistics and biology in order to forecast and analyze clinical trains and research health-related data. In any of these career fields, a professional's research may focus on analyzing the effectiveness of a new drug, risk factors for different illnesses, planning healthcare interventions, explaining biological phenomena and much more. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts the need for statisticians to grow 35.4% by 2030, much faster than the average of all occupations. Career paths may include academia, government agencies, pharmaceutical companies and anywhere experts are needed for data management and statistical analysis.

Potential career paths:

Pharmaceutical and clinical trials
Engineering and computer science
Data management
Academia
Government agencies such as the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, state health departments, etc.
Anywhere experts on data management and statistical analysis are needed

Finance Your Education

The University of Nebraska offers some of the most affordable tuition rates in the region, particularly for our online programs. Explore the array of funding options to finance your education in a way that makes sense for you.

Online tuition rates are calculated by credit hour and college offering the course and, because the University of Nebraska is a public institution supported by Nebraska taxpayers, Nebraska residents may receive a lower tuition rate than out-of-state students.

Cost Per Credit
In-State	Out-of-State
$626.85	$626.85
Note: Campuses may charge additional fees; see the Paying for School page for more details.

Financial Aid and Scholarships

We believe cost should not be a barrier to accessing higher education, even for online programs. Financial aid and scholarships are available for many students. Please see the Paying for School page for additional information and links to campus financial aid resources.

Military and Veteran Services

Our programs are an ideal way for military, veterans, and dependents to advance education with military advisers and staff on each campus, flexible deployment and activation policies, and generous acceptance of transfer credits. Visit our Prospective Student page and explore what the University of Nebraska offers.

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