Harvard MS vs OSU PhD

[Lilocat]

Hi, everyone! 

 

I am having a dilemma for choosing between MS in biostatistics at Harvard University and PhD at Ohio State University. Harvard ranks top 1 in biostatistics. OSU ranks 27 but it offers me fellowship and PhD degree.

 

I would like to work in industry after graduation. I have heard that most of biostatisticians holds PhD degree. If this is the case, choosing Harvard would means an extra 2 years of study and extra tuition cost. I am not sure if it worth it. I also don't know what kind of job could a student with Harvard MS degree get in the field of biostatistics.

 

I really need  to hear you about which offer should I take, any information about this two program will be greatly appreciated.

 

Thanks a lot!!!

 

[kcyc]

How long does the PhD take?

If you have money for tuition I would choose Harvard. You can graduate in 2 years and go off making money (PhD is 4-6 years?). Also 1st place vs 27th is a bit of a distance.

But if biostatician must hold a PhD for a decent job, then OSU. If master is acceptable, choose Harvard.