Dr. Sebastian Calonico

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Sebastian Calonico is an Assistant Professor at Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health, specializing in health policy and management with a focus on biostatistical methods. He earned his Bachelor’s degree from the University of Buenos Aires in 2002 and went on to complete both his Master’s and PhD from the University of Michigan in 2012 and 2014, respectively. Throughout his academic career, Calonico has received several accolades, including the Emerging Scholar Award from the University of Miami in 2018 and the Statistical Software Award from the Society of Political Methodology in 2017. He is recognized for his contributions to healthcare policy and is committed to improving public health outcomes through innovative data-driven strategies. His research interests lie primarily in biostatistical methods and healthcare policy, areas in which he has published and presented extensively.

Research Interests

Awards

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Emerging Scholar Award

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Statistical Software Award

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Citations Excellence Award

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Gosnell Prize

Requirements for Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Listening
Required:25
Reading
Required:25
Writing
Required:25
Speaking
Required:25
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Listening
Required:7
Reading
Required:7
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7.5
Duolingo
Overall Score
Required:135
Overall
Required:135
GRE General
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution One semester of college-level mathematics (Algebra or above) One semester of introductory Biology Evidence of quantitative and analytical ability
Application Checklist
  • SOPHAS Online Application
  • Official Transcripts
  • Personal Statement (500-1000 words)
  • Three Letters of Recommendation
  • Resume/CV
  • Quantitative & Analytical Assessment
Specialization Notes

Master of Public Health (MPH) and Master of Science (MS) options available. GRE is optional for Fall 2026.