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Statistics (Doctoral) at Michigan State University

Michigan State University, United States

Programme overview

The PhD in Statistics at Michigan State University is designed for students planning careers in university teaching and research or in industrial and government research and consulting. Doctoral students may emphasize either statistics or probability and must demonstrate the ability to carry out significant original research through a dissertation.

Faculty: College of Natural Science  |  Department: Department of Statistics and Probability  |  Intake: Fall (deadline January 15; December 1 for fellowship consideration)  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: East Lansing, MI, United States

What you will study

Required courses STT 867, 868, 872, 881 and 882; at least five further courses from advanced probability (STT 961, 962, 964, 996) and advanced statistics (STT 873, 874, 951, 953, 997) lists; at least three 800-level electives; two written preliminary examinations; and 24-36 credits of STT 999 dissertation research.

Career pathways

University teaching and research, industrial and government research and consulting.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A master's-level understanding of statistics and probability and a sound understanding of undergraduate real analysis; strong applicants deficient in one area may be admitted and complete the material in the first year. GRE General Test required (no minimum score; subtests not required). Three letters of recommendation, transcripts from all universities, academic statement (statement of purpose), Advanced Mathematics Profile, CV/resume. International applicants: TOEFL minimum 80 with Reading 19, Listening 19, Speaking 19 and Writing 22, or IELTS average 6.5; tests taken within two years. Application fee $65 (domestic) or $75 (international). Deadline January 15; December 1 for full consideration for Graduate School and College of Natural Science fellowships.

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Intake: Fall (deadline January 15; December 1 for fellowship consideration)

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