Statistics

Programs under this Major:: Certificate Program (CERT); Master of Science Program (MS); Doctor of Philosophy Program (PhD)

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The Graduate Interdisciplinary Program in Statistics offers courses of study leading to the Master of Science (M.S.) and Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) degrees in Statistics. A Ph.D. minor and a 12-unit Graduate Certificate in Statistics are also available. The Program supports and encourages the central role of statistical and quantitative thinking in the biological, physical, engineering, financial, and social sciences. Necessary training is provided for students to develop core expertise in statistical theory and methodology, and also for students who will apply their statistical knowledge in practical, transdisciplinary research; targeted subject-matter specialties include

biometry
bioinformatics
biostatistics
econometrics & financial statistics
educational statistics
environmental statistics
mathematical statistics
operations research & applied probability
psychometrics
quantitative risk assessment
spatial/spatio-temporal analysis
statistical genetics/genomics
stochastic modeling

Students entering the Program are expected to have a substantive background in mathematics, including advanced calculus and linear algebra, experience with computer technologies, and at least one introductory course in statistical methods. A previous degree in Statistics or Biostatistics is not necessary, although a degree in either in a mathematical field or a field that makes significant use of quantitative methods is required.

The Graduate Certificate in Statistics consists of 12 units of course work, designed to expand opportunities for potential or current University of Arizona graduate students wishing to obtain a deeper understanding of statistical methodology, inference, and practice, and offers greater depth of focus to their data-analytic training. The Certificate’s program of study provides a prescribed format for such learning, while also allowing for a flexible curriculum that addresses this need over a wide variety of disciplines. Students completing the Graduate Certificate and meeting appropriate requirements may also continue on to an M.S. or Ph.D.

The M.S. in Statistics consists of 30 units of course work, 15 of which are made up of core material in the theory of probability and statistics, statistical regression analysis, design of experiments, and training in statistical consulting. An additional 12 units are taken from a list of interdisciplinary courses with emphasis possible in the theory, application, and/or practice of statistics, followed by 3 units for the M.S. Thesis. A non-thesis option is available. The M.S. degree provides the student with a strong underpinning in statistics and is well-suited for those who wish to consider a career in industry or government service. Students completing the M.S. degree and meeting appropriate requirements may also continue on to a Ph.D.

The Ph.D. degree requires a minimum of 71 units, 32 of which are core courses in the advanced theory of probability and statistics, statistical data analysis, design of experiments, the theory of linear models, statistical computing, and as with the M.S., training in statistical consulting. Students entering with an M.S. in Statistics or an M.S. from a comparable field may petition for waiver of and/or credit for selected core courses, subject to any restrictions laid forth by the Graduate College on such waivers or credits. An additional 12 units are taken from a list of interdisciplinary courses with emphasis possible in the theory, application, and/or practice of statistics, to be coordinated with at least 9 further units in an associated minor field of study. The additional interdisciplinary units, coupled with the external minor, allow students to tailor their doctoral program to suit specific statistical/quantitative interests in a targeted subject-matter area. A minimum of 18 units for the Ph.D. dissertation completes the degree program. The dissertation is expected to make a substantive, original contribution to the theory or practice of modern statistics.

The listed Faculty of the Program are actively involved in the supervision and/or instruction of Statistics graduate students. The departmental affiliations of the faculty on this list give an indication of the breadth of their interdisciplinary research expertise. In addition, the Program has a substantial number of Affiliate Faculty who are involved in research with a strong statistical component and who can be called upon to be potential research advisors. The combined network of Regular Statistics Faculty and Affiliate Faculty creates a unique foundation of interdisciplinary research opportunities in statistics.

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Department: Statistics

Phone:: (520) 621-2016
Fax:: (520) 626-5048

Mailing Address:: 617 N Santa Rita / PO Box 210089
Tucson, Arizona 85721-0089
Website:: http://stat.arizona.edu

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Certificate Program (CERT)

Contact Information Application Questions Graduate Coordinator (520) 621-2016 stat@email.arizona.edu Advising Questions Walter W. Piegorsch (520) 621-2357 wpiegors@email.arizona.edu	Financial Aid Financial aid is not typically awarded to Certificate students in Statistics.
Application Requirements Minimum GPA 0.00	Standardized Test Requirements Please see other requirements below.
Other Application Requirements To be eligible for the Certificate Program, a student must have earned at least a bachelor's degree from an accredited U.S. institution of higher learning. No standardized tests are required. Concurrent enrollment in another University degree program outside of the GIDP in Statistics is allowed, but not required. Graduate College regulations allow for a maximum of 6 units of graduate credit earned as an undergraduate senior at the University, or in graduate non-degree status (NDS), to be applied for credit toward a Graduate Certificate. In no cases may coursework taken more than two years prior to admission to the Certificate program be transferred for credit towards the Certificate.
Application Deadline(s) Domestic Applicants Fall January 21 Spring August 21 Summer I No admissions Summer II No admissions International Applicants Fall January 1 Spring August 1 Summer I No admissions Summer II No admissions	Program Codes GRE Code(s) 0704
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Master of Science Program (MS)

Contact Information Application Questions Graduate Coordinator (520) 621-2016 stat@email.arizona.edu Advising Questions Walter W. Piegorsch (520) 621-2357 wpiegors@email.arizona.edu	Financial Aid Research and Teaching Assistantships
Application Requirements Minimum GPA 0.00	Standardized Test Requirements Please see other requirements below.
Other Application Requirements A Baccalaureate Degree, either in a mathematical field or a field that makes significant use of quantitative methods. At least three semesters of Calculus through multivariable/vector calculus (at the level of MATH 125, 129, 223), and one semester of Linear Algebra (at the level of MATH 215). Some exposure to elementary statistics, at least at the level of MATH 263. A semester of upper-division probability is strongly recommended. Scores on the Graduate Record Examination (GRE -- general test only) that exceed 75th percentile Quantitative and 50th percentile Verbal. For the application, a Statement of Purpose describing the applicant's interests and goals for graduate study in interdisciplinary statistics. An attendant curriculum vitae is optional, but recommended. For students applying from non-English-speaking countries and who do not have a degree from a U.S. institution of higher learning, scores on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL): pBT score above 640 and a pBT Section 1 score above 64, or iBT score above 106 and an iBT Speaking score above 28. The International English Language Testing System (IELTS) examination can be submitted in lieu of the TOEFL. The minimum IELTS score requirement for admissions consideration is a score of 8, with a score of no less than 7 on any individual module.
Application Deadline(s) Domestic Applicants Fall January 21 Spring August 21 Summer I No admissions Summer II No admissions International Applicants Fall January 1 Spring August 1 Summer I No admissions Summer II No admissions	Program Codes GRE Code(s) 0704
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Doctor of Philosophy Program (PhD)

Contact Information Application Questions Graduate Coordinator (520) 621-2016 stat@email.arizona.edu Advising Questions Walter W. Piegorsch (520) 621-2357 wpiegors@email.arizona.edu	Financial Aid Research and Teaching Assistantships
Application Requirements Minimum GPA 0.00	Standardized Test Requirements Please see other requirements below.
Other Application Requirements An M.S. in Statistics, Biostatistics, Mathematics, or Applied Mathematics, or an advanced degree in a field that makes significant use of quantitative methods. A student who wishes to apply to the Ph.D. program without an M.S. and with only a Baccalaureate degree may do so, but is required to meet all other M.S. and Ph.D. entrance requirements. If her/his application is successful, the student must earn the M.S. in the GIDP "en route" to her/his Ph.D. A Statement of Purpose describing the applicant's interests and goals for graduate study in interdisciplinary statistics. An attendant curriculum vitae is optional, but recommended. Scores on the Graduate Record Examination (GRE--general test only) that exceed 75th percentile Quantitative and 50th percentile Verbal. For students applying from non-English-speaking countries and who do not have a degree from a U.S. institution of higher learning, scores on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL): pBT score above 640 and a pBT Section 1 score above 64, or iBT score above 106 and a score above 28 on the Speaking section of the test. The International English Language Testing System (IELTS) examination can be submitted in lieu of the TOEFL. The minimum IELTS score requirement for admissions consideration is a score of 8, with a score of no less than 7 on any individual module.
Application Deadline(s) Domestic Applicants Fall January 21 Spring August 21 Summer I No admissions Summer II No admissions International Applicants Fall January 1 Spring August 1 Summer I No admissions Summer II No admissions	Program Codes GRE Code(s) 0704
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