Choose between Applied Stat Master Program in Umich and Biostat MSc Program in Yale

[ilovefish]

Hi~~I've got 2 admissions: Applied Statistics Master Program in Umich in Ann Arbor and Biostat MSc Program in Yale.

 

 

The costs of these 2 programs are equal I think. I'm wondering which program could provide me with more job opportunities in US? Besides, if I decide to apply Ph.D. program in Statistics or Biostatistics in 2 years, which program is advantageous? Thanks!

[caffe freddo]

I don't know about Yale, but I hear that Applied Masters students at UMich have no problems being supported at least partially by TA appointments (something you may or may not have considered regarding the cost).  Their stat 250 class has over 1700 undergrads (!) enrolled, so they really need TA's and pay fairly well for them.  

Edited March 17, 2013 by caffe freddo

[sittingduck]

I haven't been to Yale just yet, but from what I hear, the GSIs/TAs at UMich are assigned to teach general statistics/biostatistics courses to others in the School of Public Health who need to fulfill the core requirements for their degree. (Someone correct me if I'm wrong!)

 

In terms of rankings, the University of Michigan is higher ranked for Biostatistics, but have you visited the university and talked to some of their professors? I would recommend doing so and seeing if it's the right fit for you. I think either program can get you into solid jobs depending what connections you make and how well you do in your program. (I can't speak for Yale, but UMich seems to heavily support their PhD students. They consider themselves a research institution and are generous with funding if they like you. If you don't get funding in your first year, you are eligible for funding in your second.)