Master’s in Statistics (MS)
The Numbers Don’t Lie
Like statistics? Here’s one for you: 93% of AU alumni with a Master’s degree have a job or are pursuing a doctoral degree within 6 months of graduating. And with the MS in Statistics program, you get the close mentorship and research opportunities to prepare you for the mathematical statistics career you want.
The Master’s in Statistics program features:
- One track for students who plan to pursue a PhD in statistics, and one track for those who want a professional master’s degree with a goal of finding a job right after graduation.
- The chance to learn from faculty who are researching a wide range of statistical methods, from evolutionary biology to computational statistics.
- Access to departmental relationships with the National Science Foundation, the Environmental Protection Agency, the National Institutes of Health, and more.
Accelerator Admission
Details
| Advanced Master’s Accelerator Program | Master’s Accelerator Program | Pre-Sessional English Language | |
|---|---|---|---|
| GPA | 3.0 | 3.0 | 3.0 |
| IELTS | 6.5, no subscore below 5.5 | 6.0, no subscore below 5.0 | 5.5 |
| Available Entry | Spring or Fall | Spring, Summer, or Fall | |
Qualifying undergraduate degrees:
4-year undergraduate degree or equivalent from an accredited institution. Preference for STEM background: Mathematics and statistics background preferred, but all fields will be considered.
Coursework required in: Linear Algebra, Calculus III, two Statistics courses.
Sample Coursework
Below is a list of degree-related courses you might take during your Master’s Accelerator Program. Courses may change based on availability and your preferences.
- Regression
- Research Methods
- Statistical Methods
Progression Details
| Advanced Master’s Accelerator Program | Master’s Accelerator Program | Pre-Sessional English Language | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Credits Earned Towards Degree | 6 | 9 | 0 |
| Progression Into | Master’s degree program | Master’s degree program | Master’s Accelerator Program |
| Progression Requirements | GPA of 3.0 with no grade lower than a B | GPA of 3.0 with no grade lower than a B | Successful completion of the qualifying level in ELTA with a grade of B or higher in each course |