M.S Biostatistics at Carleton University [CARLETON], Ottawa Fees, Entry Requirement & Application Deadline

Master of Science [M.S] [Biostatistics] From Carleton University

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Master of Science [M.S] (Biostatistics)

2 years
Full Time
On Campus

Field of Study

$14,165 /Yr

CA$19,673 /Yr

Tuition Fees

Year1st Year Fees
Tuition Fees$14165 (CAD 19673)

Other Expenses

HeadAvg Cost Per Year
Room(On Campus)$10817 (CAD 15023)
Room(Off Campus)$5400 (CAD 7500)

Previous Year Tuition Fees

Year1st Year Fees
2024$13689 (CAD 19013)
2023$5860 (CAD 8139)
2022$13293 (CAD 18463)
2021$9351 (CAD 12988)

Important Dates

Applications are accepted on Rolling Basis
EventApplication Date
Application Deadline For Fall 2025 Intake Mar 1, 2025
  • The Master of Science in Biostatistics is a 2-year program at Carleton University.
  • The Collaborative Specialization in Biostatistics is part of the MSc in Mathematics and Statistics.
  • The program has two completion options: 
    • Thesis
    • Coursework-only.
  • The coursework-based Master of Science in Biostatistics is a 1-year program.
  • The thesis-based Master of Science in Biostatistics is a 2-year program.
  • This specialization is an interdisciplinary area of research linking statistics, biology, medicine, and health sciences.
  • The specialization is intended to prepare a student for a career as a biostatistician in a health-related industry, or for a doctoral program in biostatistics.
  • Carleton’s location in Ottawa allows access to many government departments and headquarters for organizations and industries so many career opportunities are just down the road.
  • The student to faculty ratio is 12:1 which bridges the gap between faculty and students.
  • Carleton University has an acceptance rate of 21%, compared to other Canadian universities.

Eligibility & Entry Requirement

Academic Eligibility:

  • Students must have a 4-year bachelor’s degree in a related field from a recognized institution.
  • The related fields include a UG degree in Marketing, Finance, Arts, Science, Government, Retail, Manufacturing.
  • GPA of at least 3.0/4.33 (B grade) which is the equivalent of 8.0/12 on Carleton’s scale is required to be eligible for the program.

Work Experience Eligibility:

Students must have a 2-years of professional work experience to apply for the MBA program.

Others:

Students without related academic experience or work experience students are also encouraged to apply, given they fulfil the following requirement:

  • Students who do not possess 2-year of professional work experience must complete the Internship portion of the MBA program.
  • Two academic recommendations from professors are required unless the candidate meets the work experience criteria.

Indian Student Eligibility:

Indian students are eligible to apply if they meet one of the following eligibility criteria:

  • Completed of both a Bachelor’s (3 years) degree and a Master’s degree.
  • Or, completed a Bachelor’s degree requiring 4 years of study (e.g., B.Pharm., M.B.B.S, or B.Arch).
  • Or, obtain a first-class division (75% or above, Distinction or Outstanding).
  • Or, complete 3-year UG from an institution accredited by either AACSB, EQUIS or AMBA.

Submission of GMAT scores is compulsory for this program, however, students may submit a GRE score too in lieu of that.

Along with the minimum eligibility requirements, international students hailing from non-English speaking countries need to prove English proficiency through IELTS/TOEFL/any equivalent test.


Scores Required

86 / 120

Avg. Score in

TOEFL

6.5 / 9

Avg. Score in

IELTS

310 / 340

Avg. Score in

GRE

60 / 90

Avg. Score in

PTE


Required Document List

Following are the required Documents:

  • CV/Resume: Outline of academic achievements and/or awards, publications, relevant work, and/or volunteer experience.
  • Transcript: A PDF copy of all post-secondary transcripts within the application or in Carleton Central.
  • Two Letter of Reference: Referees (Teachers, guidance counselors, or Professors) should comment on academics and that references should submit along with the application system.
  • Statement of Intent: Explain the reasons or intentions for pursuing studies in this program, including a description of prior experience.
  • Writing Sample: Students applying for a job, internship, may be asked to provide a writing sample that allows an employer or graduate program to judge student ability to convey a written message.
  • Aptitude test results: Used to make inferences about competencies, capabilities, and future performance on the job of the students.
  • Preference Form: Some departments require students to fill in a preference form that will ask to outline their preferences for the program specialization, research area, or faculty supervisor.
  • ELP Scores: Students have to submit their English language proficiency scores like IELTS, TOEFL, or other test scores.


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