The Master of Science in Biostatistics (MSBST) program offers a unique mix of core and electives courses, real-world projects, experiential learning/training opportunities to prepare our graduates to make an impact in the Commonwealth of Kentucky, the region, and beyond. Graduates of Master of Science in Biostatistics degree programs often pursue careers in the following:
Pharmaceutical corporations
Medical insurers
Government agencies (FDA, NIH, Census Bureau)
Universities and research institutions
Hospitals and cancer centers
Leveraging our partners on campus gives our students a unique advantage. Some of these partnerships include the UK Center for Clinical and Translation Science (CCTS) and the UK Biostatistics, Epidemiology & Research Design (BERD), which offers our students valuable training opportunities in the application of descriptive and inferential statistics specific to biomedical research, clinical and translational studies, public health and more. Research shows high demand, but low supply of current graduates in biostatistics. Graduates of the MSBST program will have the opportunity to pursue some of the following current and future in-demand careers after graduating.
Biostatistician
Data Analyst/Informatics Specialist
Data Scientist
Machine Learning Scientist
Principal Investigator (PI)
Professor or Teacher
Quantitative Scientist
Research Scientist
Statistical/Biostatistical Programmer
Amanda Ellis, PhD
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The University of Kentucky College of Public Health is undergoing a review by the Council on Education for Public Health (CEPH) for re-accreditation. Part of this process includes the invitation to provide third-party comments. Anyone, including students, alumni, employers, community partners, etc., is allowed to share relevant information about the college directly with CEPH. If you would like to provide input to CEPH to inform their review, send your comments to submissions@ceph.org by May 4th, 2025.
