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Thanks for this advice, this is really helpful! Seems like the top 5 schools are pretty clear-- any suggestions at what sources to look at to figure out what schools are in the 5-10 range?

I'm currently working full-time as a research assistant for a professor of economics, and I initially went into this position with the intention of applying to economics grad school. However, I've realized that although I enjoy research, I don't particularly want to do more economics. I also have an interest in public health, and because of this, I've been thinking about switching from economics to biostats. Ultimately, I'd like to get a PhD in biostats, but I'm wondering if I have the background to apply to PhD programs with my current background, or if this switch would require an MS in biostats first. I unfortunately don't have much of a stats background, though I do have a small math minor, and I've taken a couple of bio classes. Any guidance would be so appreciated! Undergrad Institution: low-ranked Ivy Major(s): Economics Minor(s): Math GPA: 3.89 Type of Student: Domestic, not URM GRE Scores: 168Q, 165V Undegrad courses: linear algebra, calc I-III, probability, real analysis, abstract algebra, intro to programming, genetics, cell biology, econometrics, advanced econometrics. Mostly A- grades Research Experience: Undergraduate thesis in health economics (presented at an undergrad conference). 1 year independent economics research in seminar classes. 2 years full-time research assistant at top economics department. No publications (pubs prior to grad school are pretty rare in economics) Coding Experience: R, STATA, Python, SQL, SAS Awards/Honors/Recognitions: Phi Beta Kappa, award for achievement in economics major, high honors in major Letters of Recommendation: Three letters regarding research ability, should be strong, but all would be from economics Does anyone have a sense if I have a shot at biostats PhD programs, or if should I stick to applying to MS programs? Thanks so much for any guidance! Feel like I'm shooting in the dark right now.