Applied statistics master’s degrees

Broadly speaking, a master’s in applied statistics is designed to provide you with hands-on, practical experience in statistical methods — methods you can apply to solving real-world problems. Examples include sabermetrics, election forecasting, and more.

In contrast to programs that focus on pure theory, this degree may help you with a career in big data in the public or private sector. To that end, educational programs may supplement statistical knowledge with courses in interdisciplinary data science, research, and other essential business skills.

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Syracuse University

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Master of Science in Applied Data Science

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Southern Methodist University

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Master of Science in Data Science

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University of California, Berkeley

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Master of Information and Data Science

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Courses

Applied statistics degrees are a mix of foundational theory and elective topics. In addition to exploring problems of statistical design, analysis, and control, you’ll often be required to complete a practicum or capstone project. Degrees usually take about two years to complete.

Typical courses may include:

  • Mathematical statistics
  • Statistical methods
  • Advanced SAS programming
  • Data mining
  • Predictive analytics
  • Biostatistics
  • Applied data analysis

Admission requirements vary from school to school. Although a degree in statistics or mathematics is not always required, candidates will likely be expected to have some combination of a relevant bachelor’s degree, knowledge of computer programming, and coursework in calculus, linear algebra, probability theory, and statistics.

Statistics visualization examples

1. Global Corruption Barometer (Developer: Transparency International)

2. History of the FIFA World Cup (Developer: Jacopo Ferretti)

3. The Odds of Dying (Developers: James Fransham, Lloyd Parker, Robert Jones, and Phil Kenny)

Master’s in applied statistics programs

Browse the listings below for universities in our directory offering applied statistics programs. Please visit each school’s site for the most up-to-date admissions requirements and program details.

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Last updated August 2024.

Alabama

The University of Alabama

Master of Science in Applied Statistics

Tuscaloosa, Alabama

Name of Degree: Master of Science in Applied Statistics

Enrollment Type: Full-Time and Part-Time

Length of Program: 1.5+ years

Credits: 30

Concentrations: N/A

Admission Requirements:

  • Undergraduate degree
  • 3.0 GPA
  • Unofficial/Official transcripts
  • Resume 
  • GRE Scores
  • Statement of purpose
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • TOEFL/IELTS Score for International Students
Learn more about the Master of Science in Applied Statistics from The University of Alabama

California

University of California – Santa Barbara

Master of Arts in Statistics – Data Science Track

Santa Barbara, California

Name of Degree: Master of Arts in Statistics – Data Science Track

Enrollment Type: Full-Time and Part-Time

Length of Program: N/A

Credits: 42

Concentrations: N/A

Admission Requirements:

  • Undergraduate degree
  • 3.0 GPA
  • Unofficial/Official transcripts
  • TOEFL/IELTS Score for International Students
  • “B” or better in previously completed statistics courses
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California State University at Long Beach

Applied Statistics Graduate Program

Long Beach, California

Name of Degree: Applied Statistics Graduate Program

Enrollment Type: Full-Time

Length of Program: 2 years

Credits: 30

Concentrations: N/A

Admission Requirements:

  • Undergraduate degree
  • 3.0 GPA
  • Unofficial/Official transcripts
  • Resume 
  • GRE Scores
  • Statement of purpose
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • TOEFL/IELTS Score for International Students
Learn more about the Applied Statistics Graduate Program from California State University at Long Beach

Stanford University

School of Humanities and Sciences

Master of Science in Statistics

Stanford, California

Name of Degree: Master of Science in Statistics

Enrollment Type: Full-Time

Length of Program: 2 years

Credits: 30

Concentrations: N/A

Admission Requirements:

  • Undergraduate degree
  • 3.0 GPA
  • Unofficial/Official transcripts
  • Resume 
  • Statement of purpose
  • Two letters of recommendation 
  • TOEFL/IELTS Score for International Students
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Colorado

Colorado State University

Master of Arts in Statistics

Fort Collins, Colorado

Name of Degree: Master of Arts in Statistics

Enrollment Type: Full-Time

Length of Program: 2 years

Credits: 30

Concentrations: N/A

Admission Requirements:

  • Undergraduate degree
  • 3.0 GPA
  • Unofficial/Official transcripts
  • Resume 
  • Statement of purpose
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • GRE Scores
  • TOEFL/IELTS Score for International Students
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Connecticut

Yale University

Terminal Master of Arts/Master of Science Program

New Haven, Connecticut

Name of Degree: Terminal Master of Arts/Master of Science Program

Enrollment Type: Full-Time

Length of Program: 2 years

Credits: 30

Concentrations: N/A

Admission Requirements:

  • Undergraduate degree
  • 3.0 GPA
  • Unofficial/Official transcripts
  • Resume 
  • Statement of purpose
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • GRE Scores
  • TOEFL/IELTS Score for International Students
Learn more about the Terminal Master of Arts/Master of Science Program from Yale University

Delaware

University of Delaware

Masters in Applied Statistics

Newark, Delaware

Name of Degree: Masters in Applied Statistics

Enrollment Type: Full-Time

Length of Program: 2 years

Credits: 30

Concentrations: N/A

Admission Requirements:

  • Undergraduate degree
  • 2.5 GPA
  • Unofficial/Official transcripts
  • Resume 
  • Statement of purpose
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • TOEFL/IELTS Score for International Students
  • Prerequisite courses
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Florida

Florida State University

Master of Science in Statistics

Tallahassee, Florida

Name of Degree: Master of Science in Statistics

Enrollment Type: Full-Time

Length of Program: 2 years

Credits: 32

Concentrations: N/A

Admission Requirements:

  • Undergraduate degree
  • 3.0 GPA
  • Unofficial/Official transcripts
  • Resume
  • Statement of purpose
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • GRE Scores
  • TOEFL/IELTS Score for International Students
  • Prerequisite courses
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University of Central Florida

Master of Science in Statistics and Data Science

Orlando, Florida

Name of Degree: Master of Science in Statistics and Data Science

Enrollment Type: Full-Time and Part-Time

Length of Program: 1+ years

Credits: 36

Concentrations: N/A

Admission Requirements:

  • Undergraduate degree
  • Unofficial/Official transcripts
  • Resume or CV
  • Statement of purpose
  • TOEFL/IELTS Score for International Students
  • Prerequisite courses
  • 3.0 GPA
  • GRE Scores
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Georgia

Kennesaw State University

Master of Science in Applied Statistics and Analytics

Kennesaw, Georgia

Name of Degree: Master of Science in Applied Statistics and Analytics

Enrollment Type: Full-Time and Part-Time

Length of Program: 2 years

Credits: 36

Concentrations: N/A

Admission Requirements:

  • Undergraduate degree
  • Unofficial/Official transcripts
  • Resume or CV
  • Statement of purpose
  • TOEFL/IELTS Score for International Students
  • Prerequisite courses
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Illinois

Loyola University

Master of Science in Applied Statistics

Chicago, Illinois

Name of Degree: Master of Science in Applied Statistics

Enrollment Type: Full-Time

Length of Program: 2 years

Credits: 29

Concentrations: N/A

Admission Requirements:

  • Undergraduate degree
  • 3.0 GPA
  • Unofficial/Official transcripts
  • Resume
  • Statement of purpose
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • GRE Scores
  • TOEFL/IELTS Score for International Students
  • Prerequisite courses
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Indiana

University of Notre Dame

College of Science

Master of Science in Applied and Computational Mathematics and Statistics

Notre Dame, Indiana

Name of Degree: Master of Science in Applied and Computational Mathematics and Statistics

Enrollment Type: Full-Time and Part-Time

Length of Program: N/A

Credits: 30

Concentrations: N/A

Admission Requirements:

  • Undergraduate degree
  • 3.0 GPA
  • Unofficial/Official transcripts
  • Resume
  • Statement of purpose
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • GRE Scores
  • TOEFL/IELTS Score for International Students
  • Prerequisite courses
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International

ENSAI École Nationale de Statistique et Analyse de l'Information

Master for Smart Data Science

Bruz, France

Name of Degree: Master for Smart Data Science

Enrollment Type: Full-Time and Part-Time

Length of Program: Less than 1 year

Credits: 60

Concentrations: N/A

Admission Requirements:

  • Undergraduate degree
  • Unofficial/Official transcripts
  • GRE Scores
  • TOEFL/IELTS Score for International Students
  • Prerequisite courses
  • 3.0 GPA
  • No GRE required
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The University of Hong Kong

Master's in Statistics

Hong Kong, China

Name of Degree: Master’s in Statistics

Enrollment Type: Full-Time and Part-Time

Length of Program: 1+ years

Credits: 60

Concentrations: N/A

Admission Requirements:

  • Undergraduate degree
  • Unofficial/Official transcripts
  • TOEFL/IELTS Score for International Students
  • Prerequisite courses
  •  Interview
  • Admissions Test 
Learn more about the Master's in Statistics from The University of Hong Kong

The University of St Andrews

Applied Statistics and Data Mining

St. Andrews, Scotland

Name of Degree: Applied Statistics and Data Mining

Enrollment Type: Full-Time and Part-Time

Length of Program: 1+ years

Credits: N/A

Concentrations: N/A

Admission Requirements:

  • Undergraduate degree
  • Unofficial/Official transcripts
  • Resume or CV
  • Statement of purpose
  • Two letters of recommendation 
  • TOEFL/IELTS Score for International Students
  • Prerequisite courses
  • No GRE required 
Learn more about the Applied Statistics and Data Mining from The University of St Andrews

Kentucky

The University of Kansas

Applied Statistics, Analytics & Data Science Graduate Program

Overland Park, Kansas

Name of Degree: Applied Statistics, Analytics & Data Science Graduate Program

Enrollment Type: Full-Time and Part-Time

Length of Program: 1+ years

Credits: 30

Concentrations: N/A

Admission Requirements:

  • Undergraduate degree
  • Unofficial/Official transcripts
  • Resume or CV
  • Statement of purpose
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • TOEFL/IELTS Score for International Students
  • Prerequisite courses
  • 3.0 GPA
  • No GRE required 
Learn more about the Applied Statistics, Analytics & Data Science Graduate Program from The University of Kansas

University of Kentucky

Master of Applied Statistics

Lexington, Kentucky

Name of Degree: Master of Applied Statistics

Enrollment Type: Full-Time and Part-Time

Length of Program: 1+ years

Credits: 33+

Concentrations: N/A

Admission Requirements:

  • Undergraduate degree
  • Unofficial/Official transcript
  • Resume or CV
  • Statement of purpose
  • Two letters of recommendation 
  • TOEFL/IELTS Score for International Students
  • Prerequisite course
  • GRE Scores 
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Michigan

Central Michigan University

Master of Science in Applied Statistics and Data Science

Mount Pleasant, Michigan

Name of Degree: Master of Science in Applied Statistics and Data Science

Enrollment Type: Part-Time

Length of Program: 2 years

Credits: 30-33

Concentrations: N/A

Admission Requirements:

  • Undergraduate degree
  • Unofficial/Official transcripts
  • Resume or CV
  • Statement of purpose
  • TOEFL/IELTS Score for International Students
  • Prerequisite courses
  • 3.0 GPA
  • GRE Scores
Learn more about the Master of Science in Applied Statistics and Data Science from Central Michigan University

Eastern Michigan University

Master of Arts in Applied Statistics

Ypsilanti, Michigan

Name of Degree: Master of Arts in Applied Statistics

Enrollment Type: Full-Time and Part-Time

Length of Program: 1+ years

Credits: 31-34

Concentrations: N/A

Admission Requirements:

  • Undergraduate degree
  • Unofficial/Official transcripts
  • Resume or CV
  • Statement of purpose
  • Two letters of recommendation 
  • TOEFL/IELTS Score for International Students
  • Prerequisite courses
  • A statement of financial responsibility for those who are or will be on an F- 1 or J- 1 visa
  • GRE Scores
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Michigan State University

Master of Science in Applied Statistics

East Lansing, Michigan

Name of Degree: Master of Science in Applied Statistics

Enrollment Type: Full-Time and Part-Time

Length of Program: 1+ years

Credits: 33

Concentrations: N/A

Admission Requirements:

  • Undergraduate degree
  • Unofficial/Official transcripts
  • Resume or C
  • Statement of purpos
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • TOEFL/IELTS Score for International Students
  • Prerequisite courses
  • 3.0 GPA
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Oakland University

Masters of Science in Industrial Applied Mathematics

Oakland, Michigan

Name of Degree: Masters of Science in Industrial Applied Mathematics

Enrollment Type: Full-Time and Part-Time

Length of Program: 1+ years

Credits: 32

Concentrations: N/A

Admission Requirements:

  •  Undergraduate degree
  • Unofficial/Official transcripts
  • Resume or CV
  • Statement of purpose
  • TOEFL/IELTS Score for International Students
  • Prerequisite courses
  • 3.0 GPA
Learn more about the Masters of Science in Industrial Applied Mathematics from Oakland University

University of Michigan

Master's in Applied Statistics

Ann Arbor, Michigan

Name of Degree: Master’s in Applied Statistics

Enrollment Type: Full-Time and Part-Time

Length of Program: 1+ years

Credits: 30

Concentrations: N/A

Admission Requirements:

  •  Undergraduate degree
  • Unofficial/Official transcripts
  • Resume or CV
  • Statement of purpose
  • TOEFL/IELTS Score for International Students
  • Prerequisite courses
  • 3.0 GPA
Learn more about the Master's in Applied Statistics from University of Michigan

Missouri

Washington University

McKelvey School of Engineering

Master of Science in Data Analytics & Statistics

St. Louis, Missouri

Name of Degree: Master of Science in Data Analytics & Statistics

Enrollment Type: Full-Time and Part-Time

Length of Program: 1+ years

Credits: 30

Concentrations: N/A

Admission Requirements:

  • Undergraduate degree
  • Unofficial/Official transcripts
  • Resume or CV
  • 3.0 GPA
  • Statement of purpose
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • TOEFL/IELTS Score for International Students
  • Prerequisite courses
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New Jersey

New Jersey Institute of Technology

Master of Science in Applied Statistics

Newark, New Jersey

Name of Degree: Master of Science in Applied Statistics

Enrollment Type: Full-Time and Part-Time

Length of Program: N/A

Credits: 30

Concentrations: N/A
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New Mexico State University

Master of Science in Applied Statistics

Las Cruces, New Mexico

Name of Degree: Master of Science in Applied Statistics

Enrollment Type: Full-Time and Part-Time

Length of Program: N/A

Credits: 34

Concentrations: N/A
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New York

Cornell University

Master of Professional Studies in Applied Statistics

Ithaca, New York

Name of Degree: Master of Professional Studies in Applied Statistics

Enrollment Type: Full-Time and Part-Time

Length of Program: 1.5+ years

Credits: 30

Concentrations: N/A

Admission Requirements:

  • Undergraduate degree
  • Unofficial/Official transcripts
  • Resume or CV
  • 3.0 GPA
  • GRE Scores
  • Statement of purpose
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • TOEFL/IELTS Score for International Students
  • Prerequisite courses
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New York University

Master of Science Applied Statistics for Social Science

New York City, New York

Name of Degree: Master of Science Applied Statistics for Social Science

Enrollment Type: Full-Time and Part-Time

Length of Program: 1.5+ years

Credits: 34-44

Concentrations: N/A

Admission Requirements:

  • Undergraduate degree
  • Unofficial/Official transcripts
  • Resume or CV
  • 3.0 GPA
  • Writing Sample
  • Statement of purpose
  • Two letters of recommendation 
  • TOEFL/IELTS Score for International Student
  • Prerequisite courses
Learn more about the Master of Science Applied Statistics for Social Science from New York University

Rochester Institute of Technology

Master of Science in Applied Statistics

Rochester, New York

Name of Degree: Master of Science in Applied Statistics

Enrollment Type: Full-Time and Part-Time

Length of Program: 2 years

Credits: 30

Concentrations: N/A

Admission Requirements:

  • Undergraduate degree
  • Unofficial/Official transcript
  • Resume or CV
  • 3.0 GPA
  • Writing Sample
  • Statement of purpose
  • Two letters of recommendation 
  • TOEFL/IELTS Score for International Students
  • Prerequisite courses
  • GRE Scores
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North Dakota

North Dakota State University

Master of Science in Statistics

Fargo, North Dakota

Name of Degree: Master of Science in Statistics

Enrollment Type: Full-Time and Part-Time

Length of Program: Less than 1 year

Credits: 32

Concentrations: N/A

Admission Requirements:

  • Undergraduate degree
  • Unofficial/Official transcripts
  • Resume or CV
  • 3.0 GPA
  • Statement of purpose
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • TOEFL/IELTS Score for International Students
  • Prerequisite courses 
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Ohio

Bowling Green State University

Master of Science in Applied Statistics

Bowling Green, Ohio

Name of Degree: Master of Science in Applied Statistics

Enrollment Type: Full-Time and Part-Time

Length of Program: 2 years

Credits: 33-36

Concentrations: N/A

Admission Requirements:

  • Undergraduate degree
  • Unofficial/Official transcripts
  • Resume or CV
  • 3.0 GPA
  • Statement of purpose
  • Two letters of recommendation 
  • TOEFL/IELTS Score for International Students
  • Prerequisite courses
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The Ohio State University

Master of Applied Statistics

Columbus, Ohio

Name of Degree: Master of Applied Statistics

Enrollment Type: Full-Time and Part-Time

Length of Program: 2 years

Credits: 33

Concentrations: N/A

Admission Requirements:

  • Undergraduate degree
  • Unofficial/Official transcripts
  • Resume or CV
  • 3.0 GPA
  • Statement of purpose
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • TOEFL/IELTS Score for International Students
  • Prerequisite courses
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Pennsylvania

The Pennsylvania State University

Master of Applied Statistics

University Park, Pennsylvania

Name of Degree: Master of Applied Statistics

Enrollment Type: Full-Time and Part-Time

Length of Program: 1.5+ years

Credits: 30

Concentrations: N/A

Admission Requirements:

  • Undergraduate degree
  • Unofficial/Official transcripts
  • Resume or CV
  • Statement of purpose
  • TOEFL/IELTS Score for International Students
  • Prerequisite courses
  • 3.0 GPA
  • GRE Scores
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Villanova University

Master of Science in Applied Statistics

Villanova, Pennsylvania

Name of Degree: Master of Science in Applied Statistics

Enrollment Type: Full-Time and Part-Time

Length of Program: 1+ years

Credits: 36

Concentrations: N/A

Admission Requirements:

  • Undergraduate degree
  • Unofficial/Official transcripts
  • Resume or CV
  • Statement of purpose
  • TOEFL/IELTS Score for International Students
  • Prerequisite courses
  • 3.0 GPA
  • GRE Scores
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South Carolina

University of South Carolina

Master of Science in Statistics

Columbia, South Carolina

Name of Degree: Master of Science in Statistics

Enrollment Type: Full-Time and Part-Time

Length of Program: 1.5+ years

Credits: 35

Concentrations: N/A

Admission Requirements:

  • Undergraduate degree
  • Unofficial/Official transcripts
  • Resume or CV
  • Statement of purpose
  • TOEFL/IELTS Score for International Students
  • Prerequisite courses
  • 3.0 GPA
  • GRE Scores
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Texas

Southern Methodist University

Master of Science in Applied Statistics

Dallas, Texas

Name of Degree: Master of Science in Applied Statistics

Enrollment Type: Full-Time and Part-Time

Length of Program: 2 years

Credits: 36

Concentrations: N/A

Admission Requirements:

  • Undergraduate degree
  • Unofficial/Official transcripts
  • Resume or CV
  • Statement of purpose
  • TOEFL/IELTS Score for International Students
  • Prerequisite courses
  • 3.0 GPA
  • GRE Scores
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Texas A&M University

Master of Science in Statistics

College Station, Texas

Name of Degree: Master of Science in Statistics

Enrollment Type: Full-Time and Part-Time

Length of Program: 1+ years

Credits: 36

Concentrations: N/A

Admission Requirements:

  • Undergraduate degree
  • Unofficial/Official transcripts
  • Resume or CV
  • Statement of purpose
  • TOEFL/IELTS Score for International Students
  • Prerequisite courses
  • 3.0 GPA
  • GRE Scores
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University of Texas at San Antonio

Master of Science in Statistics and Data Science

San Antonio, Texas

Name of Degree: Master of Science in Statistics and Data Science

Enrollment Type: Full-Time and Part-Time

Length of Program: 1+ years

Credits: 33

Concentrations: N/A

Admission Requirements:

  • Undergraduate degree
  • Unofficial/Official transcripts
  • TOEFL/IELTS Score for International Students
  • Prerequisite courses
  • 3.0 GPA
  • GRE Scores
Learn more about the Master of Science in Statistics and Data Science from University of Texas at San Antonio

Wisconsin

Marquette University

Master's in Applied Statistics

Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Name of Degree: Master’s in Applied Statistics

Enrollment Type: Full-Time and Part-Time

Length of Program: 1+ years

Credits: 30

Concentrations: N/A

Admission Requirements:

  • Undergraduate degree
  • Unofficial/Official transcripts
  • Resume or CV
  • Statement of purpose
  • TOEFL/IELTS Score for International Students
  • Prerequisite courses
  • 3.0 GPA
  • No GRE Scores required
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University of Wisconsin – Madison

Master's in Statistics: Data Science

Madison, Wisconsin

Name of Degree: Master’s in Statistics: Data Science

Enrollment Type: Full-Time and Part-Time

Length of Program: 1+ years

Credits: 30

Concentrations: N/A

Admission Requirements:

  • Undergraduate degree
  • Unofficial/Official transcripts
  • Resume or CV
  • Statement of purpose
  • TOEFL/IELTS Score for International Students
  • Prerequisite courses
  • 3.0 GPA
  • GRE Scores
Learn more about the Master's in Statistics: Data Science from University of Wisconsin – Madison