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Program Objectives
Our undergraduate Statistics program is one of the largest in the country with over 200 students, many of whom transferred from other programs on campus. About one third of our students move on to pursue advanced degrees in statistics or related fields following graduation. Upon completion of our program, students will be able to:
- Explain the theoretical basis of commonly used statistical methods.
- Design sample surveys and experiments for standard situations.
- Correctly analyze and interpret the results from designed experiments, sample surveys, and observational studies.
- Demonstrate computer programming ability to manage data, implement standard statistical methods, and learn new programming languages in the future.
- Explain statistical ideas, methods and results to non-statistical audiences
Program Requirements
- The current degree requirements (select Sciences, then Statistics)
- A suggested 8-semester plan
In addition to meeting the University’s General Education Program (GEP) requirements, all Statistics majors must take:
Foundational Courses in Mathematics (18 credits)
- 3 semesters of Calculus: MA 141, MA 241, MA 242
- Additional Mathematics: MA 225, MA 405
Statistical programming and computer science (8 credits)
- Introductory Computer Programming: ST 114 or CSC 111 or CSC 116
- SAS Programming: ST 307, ST 445
- R Programming: ST 308
Statistical Theory and Methods (25 credits)
- Statistical Methods: ST 305, ST 430, ST 431, ST 432
- Statistical Theory: ST 421, ST 422
- Advanced Statistical Electives: 6 credits of 400-level ST courses (or approved 500-level ST courses)
Advised Electives (15 Credits)
- Each student will work with their advisor to formulate an individualized 15-credit plan to enhance the student’s educational goals. These credits will often be applied to an undergraduate minor or second major.
Communication and Advanced Writing (10 Credits)
- Communication: COM 110, COM 112, or COM 211
- Writing: ENG 101 and one of ENG 331, ENG 332, ENG 333
Natural Sciences (15 Credits)
- 15 credits of science electives, including three laboratory courses