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Admissions Requirements for the Graduate Major in Master of Data Science in Health

Applying

After exploring options and choosing a specific program, follow the steps on our University’s graduate application process:

Deadlines to apply

July 25, 2023

Admission Limited to

Consult department.

Exams & GRE Types

GRE: Optional

Letters of Recommendation

3. Letters should be from a professional and/or academic source.

UCLA-Wide Graduate Admissions Requirements

Degree-Specific Admissions Requirements

In addition to the University's minimum requirements and those listed above, all applicants are expected to fulfill the minimum requirements for admission to the Fielding School of Public Health. Prospective students are encouraged to attend an information session, or contact us for an admissions consultation.

Full-time work experience is not required as a condition of admission. While a background in computer science or data science is not required, strong applicants will have a background in STEM, including biological and health sciences. Applicants should use the Personal Statement and Statement of Purpose to highlight their academic background, research, or work experience, and their qualifications to contribute to the MDSH and to the field. Applicants should include career goals and how the MDSH might aid in professional growth.

Program Name

Master of Data Science in Health
Biostatistics

Leading to the degree of

M.D.S.H.

Major Code

00J7

Address

Master of Data Science in Health Graduate Program at UCLA
51-254 CHS
Box 951772
Los Angeles, CA 90095-1772

Phone

(310) 206-8097

Email

mdsh@ucla.edu

Website

mdsh.ucla.edu