Doctor of Philososphy [Ph.D] [Biostatistics] From University of Iowa

All students must successfully complete a comprehensive examination and a dissertation. The research topic and content, which vary depending on the program of study, must be approved by a student's dissertation committee. Other degree requirements include approved electives chosen from Department of Biostatistics and other University of Iowa courses.

Students must maintain a g.p.a. of at least 3.00. Those who receive a grade of C on 7 s.h. of course work may be dismissed from the program.

The Ph.D. with a major in biostatistics requires the following work.

Ph.D. students must take the following courses required for the Master of Science in biostatistics. Students who have completed equivalent course work at other institutions may request waivers and/or transfers of credit. Students who earned a Master of Science in biostatistics at the University of Iowa automatically receive credit for these courses.