Statistics

Degree Requirements

This Master of Science in Statistics program is no longer accepting applications. Visit the Master of Applied Statistics page to learn more about our new applied statistics degree program.

This master's degree is a 34 credit program of which 21 credits must be completed after formal admission to the University. You are allowed to repeat courses if necessary.

You may elect one of the following three master's degree options:

Plan A (thesis option)

• Complete at least 3 credits of STAT 699.
• Write an M.S. thesis.
• Present a seminar to the department.
• Pass an oral defense administered by your graduate committee.

Plan B (project option)

• Complete at least 3 credits of STAT 699.
• Complete an M.S. project.
• Write and submit a project report.
• Present a seminar to the department.
• Pass an oral exam administered by your graduate committee.

Plan B (exam option)

• Take and pass the M.S. comprehensive exams.
1. Exam on Probability and Mathematical Statistics at the end of summer following completion of the STAT 520/STAT 530 sequence.
2. Exam on Linear Models and Methods at the end of summer following completion of the STAT 540/STAT 640 sequence.
3. You will be allowed a maximum of two attempts to pass each of these exams.
• Take an additional elective course from our list of approved electives.
• Pass an oral exam administered by your graduate committee.

Review the curriculum for this degree.