MS Statistics and Data Science at University of Arizona

Programme overview

The Master of Science in Statistics and Data Science program offers an integrated curriculum that features theoretical and applied statistical courses, cutting-edge statistical machine learning methods and analytical tools, as well as practical, hands-on projects. You will develop core expertise in statistical theory and methodology, and engage in collaborative projects in domain sciences and industry applications.

Faculty: Graduate College | Duration: 2 years / 30 units | Study mode: full-time | Location: Tucson, AZ, United States

What you will study

Core MS Courses (18 units): course / Theory of Probability (3) course / Theory of Statistics* (3) course / Advanced Statistical Regression Analysis (3) course / Design of Experiments (3) course / Statistical Consulting (1) course / Statistical Consulting Practicum (2) Statistical Machine Learning (3) *A minimum grade of B is required for this course.

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Entry requirements

Graduate College minimum (applies to all programmes; departments may add requirements): regionally accredited bachelor's degree or comparable international degree and a minimum 3.00 GPA for degree programmes on a 4.00 scale. The Graduate College does not require the GRE, though individual programmes may. Programme-specific requirements are listed in the Graduate Admissions Guide.

Domestic applicants: USD 15,500 a year (2026-27). FY 2027 published base tuition for the Resident Graduate rate band, which applies to main-campus graduate programmes. Excludes mandatory fees, college fees, program fees and differential tuition, housing and meal plans. Source

International applicants: USD 35,800 a year (2026-27). FY 2027 published base tuition for the Non-Resident Graduate rate band, which applies to main-campus graduate programmes. Excludes mandatory fees, college fees, program fees and differential tuition, housing and meal plans. Source

Spring semester begins January 13 and fall semester begins August 23 for undergraduate international students; for graduate students spring begins January 14 and fall August 25.

Graduate application deadlines are set by each department; see the Graduate Admissions Guide for departmental deadlines.

Apply through the official page: https://grad.arizona.edu/admissions

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