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Master of Science in Statistics

Statistics is a scientific discipline by which statisticians assist other scientists and researchers in making informed decisions in the face of uncertainty. Statisticians use skills in a variety of areas to solve problems. The application of statistics is the embodiment of the scientific method. 

The Statistics MS is an applied statistics degree that prepares outstanding students for successful and productive careers. The graduate curriculum is designed to equip students with decision-making skills necessary for successful careers as professional statisticians. Although a firm foundation in theoretical statistics is provided, most of the courses are applied in nature, offering approaches to the solution of important real-world problems. 

The BYU Master of Science in Statistics includes 30-33 hours of coursework and 6 hours of thesis or 3 hours of project work. Full-time students should complete the master's program in two years. This very affordable graduate program includes tuition benefits for students with notable academic advancement as well as teaching and research assistantships. 

Twenty to twenty-five students are currently enrolled in the master's program in statistics.

100% Post-graduation Placement (last 5 years)

78% Employment (median starting salary $60,000) at:
Battelle-Columbus 
First National Bank of Omaha 
Monsanto Co. 
Pacific Northwest National Laboratory 
Alliant Techsystems (ATK) 
Overstock.com 
LDS Church 
Edison Media Research 
University of Utah School of Medicine 
TiVo 

22% Pursue Doctoral Degree at: 
Harvard 
Carnegie Mellon 
Duke 
Iowa State 
Texas A&M 
UNC-Chapel Hill 
North Carolina State 
U.C. Santa Cruz 
Ohio State (College of Medicine, MD) 
Chicago

Admission Requirements

  1. Applicants must have a Bachelor's degree from an accredited U.S. university or equivalent, with a minimum 3.3 undergraduate GPA.

  2. Applicants must also take the GRE to be considered for admission.

  3. We also require a methods course beyond introductory statistics and a calculus-based theory course, multivariate calculus, and linear algebra with a B- or better in each course. A Math minor is recommended.

Profile of Students Admitted Fall 2012

Mean GPA: 3.8
Mean GRE: Q-164, V-156, A-4

To Apply

Application forms are available online at http://www.byu.edu/gradstudies/admissions/As part of the application process, applicants must submit three recommendation letters, a letter of intent, official GRE scores, official TOEFL scores for international students, and payment of all university application fees. All application materials must be submitted before the February 1 deadline for Fall admission and students must agree to live according to BYU standards of personal conduct as stated in the Honor Code.
Cost of Attendance and Financial Aid

For more information email graduate[at] stat [dot] byu [dot] edu

 

 

Integrated BS/MS Statistics Program

The Integrated Program allows well-prepared students to complete both degree programs efficiently and at lower tuition cost. Applicants must be on track to receive their Bachelor's degree in Statistics from BYU in the Statistics or Biostatistics emphasis with a minimum 3.3 GPA. The BS/MS Statistics Integrated Program is best for students who have only six courses left until completion of a Bachelor's degree. Math 214 is recommended. Acceptance into the Integrated Track is required before students can enroll in graduate courses.

Students must submit the Department Application (please click here for the application) Integrated Program by February 1 of their third or junior year at BYU. The Department Application includes a proposed study list demonstrating feasibility, GRE scores, and letters of recommendation. The university application fee will be deferred until the student's fourth year of study, at which point they must submit an Application for Graduate Study in Apply Yourself by February 1. Integrated students must also sign and submit Graduate Studies Form Notice of Integrated or Joint Program Status (GS Form 5) concurrent with the Apply Yourself Application.