University of Washington Biostatistics

The Department of Biostatistics recognizes the value of diversity within the student body, the biostatistics field, and the public health arena. We strive to provide an environment that encourages participation by students from a wide range of backgrounds. The department welcomes students who have varied cultural experiences or educationally or economically disadvantaged backgrounds.

If you wish to have these factors included in the review of your application, your personal statement should include information concerning cultural and educational experiences, social and economic disadvantages that you may have had to overcome, and the ways in which these events affected you.

The Graduate Opportunities and Minority Achievement Program offers events, networking, and funding opportunities which may be of interest to minority applicants. Please refer to their website for more information.

Please also visit our School's Student Services Office website for more information and opportunities.