Biostatistics
Students in this program will apply their quantitative, computing and biological knowledge to problems in biomedical research, statistical genetics, and bioinformatics. The Biostatistics Minor will be especially attractive to pre-med students wishing to emphasize their quantitative skills and to distinguish themselves in the medical school applications. Students with biostatistical training are in high demand in a wide array of fields such as medical research, technology companies, pharmaceuticals, genetics, public health, and epidemiology to name a few.
Minor Requirements
- One year of Calculus ( & or & )
- One year of Biology including labs (Biol 101, 111, 102, 112)
- Introduction to Biostatistics () or Statistics (Stat 203) - Stat 335 recommended unless you are in a major requiring Stat 203.
- Advanced Biostatistics ()
- Any one of the following:
- SAS Programming & Applied Statistics ()
- Applied Regression Analysis ()
- Quantitative Methods in Bioinformatics ()
Note: 23-25 total credit hours
