Find answers to the most commonly asked questions for the Department of Biostatistics degree programs:
- What is the requirement on the TOEFL for financial assistance?
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To be admitted to the program, the student must have a TOEFL of at least 100.
- What kinds of financial assistance are available for new international students?
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New international PhD students are eligible for graduate student researcher (GSR) stipends. GSRs expect to devote 20 hours per week to research projects. The monthly stipend is competitive along with a tuition waiver and medical benefits.
New international MS students are eligible for department awards at the time of admission.
For more information please see the financial aid page.
- Do you have support for MS students?
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The department does not provide full funding, but MS students are eligible for department awards at the time of admission. Many MS students also obtain hourly employment in the University or surrounding area.
- What are the requirements for being given financial aid?
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Please see the financial aid page.
- Do I have to apply separately for financial aid (i.e. GSR)?
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No. PhD applicants are automatically considered at the time of application.