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MS Statistics at University of Chicago

University of Chicago, United States

Programme overview

The MS in Statistics trains students in theoretical or applied statistics, with focus areas including biostatistics, machine learning, statistical finance and computational neuroscience. It prepares graduates for academia, industry or doctoral study.

Faculty: Physical Sciences Division  |  Department: Department of Statistics  |  Duration: 1 or 2 academic years depending on background and study plan  |  Intake: Autumn  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Chicago, IL, United States

What you will study

Students follow a one- or two-year study plan set by their background, with focus areas in biostatistics, machine learning, statistical finance and computational neuroscience.

Career pathways

Academia, industry or doctoral study.

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Application information

Entry requirements

University advanced-scholars master's applications (Autumn 2027): bachelor's degree or equivalent by enrolment, undergraduate transcript, resume/CV, personal statement or programme supplement and two letters of recommendation from professors or mentors. Rounds: 2 Nov 2026, 1 Feb 2027, 3 May 2027 (some programmes skip Round 3).

Requirements published at program group level.

Intake: Autumn

Duration: 1 or 2 academic years depending on background and study plan

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