Applied Statistics, Post-Baccalaureate Certificate

About the Program

A Graduate Certificate in Applied Statistics is an exciting and useful option for students who are in graduate programs (MS or Ph.D.) other than Statistics. This four-course Certificate acknowledges both a deeper level of statistical training and understanding of statistics, and differentiates the participant from his or her peers. Since the Certificate in Applied Statistics appears on the student’s transcript, often it is the deciding factor for employers when choosing between two candidates with the same primary degree status. Furthermore, the certificate can form the basis of an Master’s in Applied Statistics, if further study is desired.

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Program Requirements

12 Credits Required

Additional Information

• The certificate is intended for students who already have a bachelor’s degree in some field and who are not enrolled in the Statistics M.S. or Ph.D. program. (Certificate students are often enrolled in a graduate program other than Statistics.) This four-course program provides and documents formal expertise in statistics at the graduate level beyond introductory regression courses. Furthermore, the four courses can be used as part of an MS program in Statistics.
• Background courses, or equivalent, necessary for admission to the Certificate Program of the Department of Statistics are STAT 51100 and STAT 51200. Equivalency of background courses is determined by the Director of Graduate Programs, whom can be contacted for substitution approval at graduate@stat.purdue.edu.

Graduate Programs Disclaimer

• The student is ultimately responsible for knowing and completing all degree requirements. Students should consult with their advisor/department for more information.
• Not all graduate programs may be actively recruiting students and course modality availability may vary. 
• Please refer to the Explore Graduate Programs website for a list of currently available graduate programs.
• Transfer credit policy: Credits earned for graduate study at other universities (both domestic and international) may be applied toward an advanced degree. Only credit hours associated with graduate courses for which grades of B- or better were obtained will be eligible for transfer. Any additional conditions under which credit transfers may be made are determined by the various departments.
• Comparative information about Purdue University and other U.S. educational institutions is also available through the College Navigator tool, provided by the National Center for Education Statistics, and through the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.