PhD Statistics and Data Science at University of Arizona

Programme overview

The Statistics and Data Science Graduate Interdisciplinary Ph.D. program is a unique program designed to strengthen statistics and data science training and research. Our mission is to prepare the next generation of statisticians and data scientists to meet challenges of modern data-centric science and industry by equipping you with a robust foundation in statistical theory and methodologies, as well as advanced skills in statistical computing, machine learning and AI tools in the realm of data science.

Faculty: Graduate College | Duration: 6 years / 71 units | Study mode: full-time | Location: Tucson, AZ, United States

What you will study

Core Coursework: 38 units 20 units from the following Statistics courses: 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 Computing (3) Scientific Writing, Presentation and.

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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.

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

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