The Master of Science (MS) in Statistics degree program is intended to prepare students for careers as statisticians or for entry into a PhD program in Statistics. A student entering with the minimum requirements should expect to take two years to complete the program. Students entering the program with a stronger background in statistics may be able to complete the program in three or even two semesters.A minimum of 30 graduate credits are required with a GPA of 3.0 or higher. Visit the curriculum guide to learn about the required courses.

Curriculum

MS Statistics

Required Courses
The following courses are required (15 credits)
Course    Title/Desc    Credit
STAT6021    Mathematical Statistics I    3
STAT6022    Mathematical Statistics II    3
STAT6031    Applied Regression Analysis    3
STAT6032    Design and Analysis of Experiments    3
STAT7023    Linear Models and Multivariate Analysis I    3

Advanced Elective
Students must complete one of the two courses in this grouping
Course    Title/Desc    Credit
STAT7020    Topics in Applied Statistics    3
STAT7024    Linear Models and Multivariate Analysis II    3

Electives
Students must complete at least two of the courses in this grouping
Course    Title/Desc    Credit
STAT6041    Time Series    3
STAT6042    Survival Analysis and Logistic Regression    3
STAT6043    Applied Bayesian Analysis    3
STAT6044    Nonparametric Statistics    3
STAT6045    Statistical Computing    3
STAT7020    Topics in Applied Statistics    3
STAT7024    Linear Models and Multivariate Analysis II    3
Additional 6000 or higher level statistics or mathematics course(s).
Students must complete a minimum of 30 graduate credits with a GPA of 3.0 or higher in statistics or mathematics to earn this degree. Students, in consultation with an advisor, may select additional graduate courses to reach the required minimum total.
Course    Title/Desc    Credit
MATH6XXX+
STAT6XXX+
Additional 6000-9039 statistics or mathematics course(s).
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Career

The Master of Science in Statistics program prepares students for careers as statisticians in industry and government, as well as for entry into a PhD program in Statistics or Biostatistics. This highly successful program has placed students in statistical positions with many of Cincinnati's major employers, such as the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH), Medpace, AC Nielsen Bases, and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).

Admission Requirements

Students applying for the program should have or be expecting to obtain a bachelor’s degree in either mathematics or statistics, or in a related area with a strong mathematical foundation. Specifically, applicants should have taken:

• Three semesters of calculus up to and including multivariate calculus
• A semester course in linear algebra
• A semester course in calculus-based probability and statistics 

Applicants should have a grade point average of at least 3.0 (a “B” average) in these courses. 

While not required, a score of 155 or higher on the GRE quantitative section is a good indication a student will succeed in the MS program.

Proficiency in English is expected of international students whose native language is not English. A minimum score of 80 on the Internet-based TOEFL is required for admission. Also acceptable for admission are an overall band score of 6.5 on the International English Language Testing System (IELTS), a score of 56 on the PEARSON Test of English (PTE), or a score of 105 on the Duolingo English Test. The English proficiency requirement is met for applicants with degrees earned in English from accredited universities and colleges in the US or other English-speaking countries. 

Application Instructions

Applicants will need to meet the minimum requirements to be considered for the program. Completed applications will be reviewed beginning February 1. We will continue to receive applications until all positions are filled.

Most students enter in the Fall Semester since the core courses are structured in full-year sequences. Please contact us if you are interested in admission for the Spring Semester.

All application materials from international students requiring a US visa must be received prior to April 1 (but sooner is better) in order to allow time for the necessary paperwork to be processed. The visa application process can often take 90 days or more to complete.

How to apply: 

1. Create an online application

2. Include these documents in your application:

• Three letters of recommendation. The application system will automatically send an email to each of the recommenders with a link to submit their letters. 
• Unofficial copy of transcript (official transcript will be required if you are admitted to the program). 
• GRE general test score (highly recommended).
• Statement of purpose/cover letter 
• English Proficiency for international students.

3. Pay the application fee. 

UC’s CEEB college code is 1833, as established by The College Board. CEEB codes are used to ensure that test scores are sent to the correct institution.

Tuition fee-2 years$60,000

Total fee-2 years$92,000