Statistics: Applied Statistics Concentration, MS (OL)

About the Program

The Department of Statistics at Purdue University is one of the largest and most computationally modernized statistics programs in the United States. Faculty conduct cutting-edge research in both theoretical and applied statistics, and students use the latest computational tools to solve problems relevant to today’s world. The program’s graduates are equipped with the training and experience they need to obtain exciting jobs in industry, government, academic, and non-profit institutions. 

The online master’s program makes a world-class statistics education accessible to working professionals. The 33 credit-hour Master of Science in Applied Statistics program can be completed in 24-30 months of consecutive, part-time enrollment. Students will learn advanced statistical skills that will make them more competitive in the job market while being able to maintain full-time careers, family obligations, and other commitments. The online courses are taught by the same distinguished faculty that teach on-campus at Purdue. Online students will also take an innovative statistical consulting and collaboration course-a capstone-like experience that gives students the opportunity to work on real-world problems alongside experienced statistics faculty.

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Program Requirements

33 Credits Required

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