Applied Statistics, M.S.
For information regarding deadlines and requirements for admission, please see https://grs.uncg.edu/programs/.
In addition to the application materials required by the Graduate School, applicants must submit the following documents with the application:
- Personal statement summarizing the applicant's background and professional interest.
- Three reference letters.
- Official transcripts from all previous institutions.
Applicants are required to have a bachelor’s degree in math, statistics, or related quantitative field from an accredited college or university or appropriately evaluated credentials for non-U.S. institutions. An undergraduate minimum GPA of 3.0 is required. TOEFL or IELTS scores are required for international applicants.
Degree Program Requirements
Required: 30 credit hours
Code | Title | Credit Hours |
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Required Courses (15 credits) | ||
STA 602 | Statistical Methods for Data Analytics | 3 |
STA 606 | Solving Problems with Data Analytics | 3 |
STA 631 | Introduction to Probability | 3 |
STA 632 | Introduction to Mathematical Statistics | 3 |
STA 640 | SAS System for Statistical Analysis | 1 |
STA 668 | Consulting Experience * | 2 |
Elective Courses (12 credits) | ||
Select 12 credits of electives from 600- and 700-level STA courses ** | 12 | |
Capstone Experience (3 credits) | ||
STA 698 | Project in Statistics | 3 |
Total Credit Hours | 30 |
- *
A total of 2 credits in STA 668 is required.
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Up to 6 credits may be selected from graduate courses in other departments, including:
- Mathematics
- Computer Science
- Economics
- Educational Research Methodology
- Informatics and Analytics
- Information Systems and Supply Chain Management