Master's Degree in Statistics
A Master of Science in Statistics from BYU equips you with the theoretical foundation, applied skills, and collaborative experience needed to thrive in today’s data-driven world—and adapt to the challenges of tomorrow. Designed for students with strong quantitative backgrounds, this immersive, cohort-based program prepares you for success in data science, industry, government, or a Ph.D. program. You’ll gain valuable professional experience as a teaching or research assistant, working one-on-one with faculty and mentoring undergraduates. Along the way, you’ll build lasting relationships and develop the leadership, communication, and analytical skills that set BYU Statistics MS graduates apart.
The BYU Master of Science in Statistics includes 30 hours of coursework, a comprehensive exam, and a culminating project.
To apply, application forms are available here. The deadline to submit an application is February 1st
Post-graduation Placement (97% for the last 3 years)
60% Employment at: Aetna Cigna Glaukos Corporation Lincoln Financial Mayo Clinic Milliman Myriad Genetics Northrup Grumman Qualtrics Sandia National Labs Visible Equity Zions Bancorporation | 37% Pursue Doctoral Degrees at: Boston University Duke University Harvard University Imperial College of London Purdue University Southern Methodist University Texas A&M UC Irvine University of California - Santa Cruz University of Utah |
Important Policy and Forms
- 2023-2025 Graduate Handbook
- 2024-2026 Graduate Handbook
For more information email graduate@stat.byu.edu.
