Master of Science in Statistics


The Statistics MS is an applied statistics degree that prepares outstanding students for successful and productive careers. BYU's 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 24-30 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 (see
Cost of Attendance and Financial Aid).

Twenty to twenty-five students are currently enrolled in the master's program in statistics.
 
100% Post-graduation Placement (last 3 years)
66% Employment at:  
 
    Zions Bank
    Monsanto Co.
    Pacific Northwest National Laboratory
    Overstock.com
    Edison Media Research
    University of Utah School of Medicine
    The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day  Saints
    The RBL Group
    Watson Wyatt
    Coventry Healthcare    
    Intel
    Adobe
34% Pursue Doctoral Degree at:

    Duke
    Texas A&M
    UNC - Chapel Hill
    North Carolina State
    U.C. Santa Cruz
    The Ohio State
    Virginia Tech
    University of Arizona
    University of Nebraska
    University of Michigan
Admission Requirements
  • Applicants must have a Bachelor's degree from an accredited U.S. university or equivalent, with a minimum 3.3 undergraduate GPA.
  • Applicants must also take the GRE to be considered for admission.
  • 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 graduatestudies.byu.edu
 
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.
 
For more information email graduate[at] stat [dot] byu [dot] edu
 
To apply for the Integrated BS/MS Statistics Program