MS Applied Statistics at University of North Dakota

Programme overview

Immerse yourself in the study of applied statistics and build your analytical thinking and problem-solving skills. Transform raw data into actionable insights with UND’s 100% online master’s degree in Applied Statistics. Learn to solve complex problems using modern statistical methods, tools, and techniques – all on your schedule.

What you will study

Complete these requirements to earn a master's degree in Applied Statistics. Required courses include MATH 421 Statistical Theory I; MATH 422 Statistical Theory II; STAT 500 Computing for Statistics; STAT 541 Linear Statistical Models; STAT 997 Independent Study; STAT 542 Advanced Topics in Statistics and Probability.

Career pathways

Our MAS program equips graduates with the necessary skills and knowledge for pursuing diverse career opportunities, including roles such as statistician, actuary, business analyst, data engineer, data mining analyst, data scientist, data visualization expert, financial quantitative analyst, and statistical software designer.

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Application information

Entry requirements

The applicant must meet the School of Graduate Studies’ current minimum general admission requirements as published in the graduate catalog. The program-specific requirements for MS in Applied Statistics include: Students must have the coursework equivalent to MATH 165 Calculus I , MATH 166 Calculus II , MATH 265 Calculus III , MATH 207 Introduction to Linear Algebra , MATH 321 Applied Statistical Methods , and have computer programming experience at a level of CSCI 130 Introduction to Scientific Programming or higher. Coursework equivalent to MATH 421 Statistical Theory I and MATH 422 Statistical Theory II is recommended. If not, these courses would be required during the first year of the program.

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.

Terms run Fall (August-December), Spring (January-May) and Summer (May-August).

Graduate applications go through the UND admissions application with a $35 non-refundable fee (no waivers); each graduate program sets its own deadline, listed in the Program Finder. Three academic or professional references and a statement of goals are required.

International graduate applicants: Fall May 1, Spring Sept. 1, Summer Feb. 1, unless the program sets a specific deadline. Application fee $35.

Apply through the official page: https://und.edu/admissions/graduate/apply.html

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