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Tuition USD 1,873 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 1,136 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
Degree MSc
Duration 72 months
Delivery On-campus
Location Kennesaw, United States
Language English

Program Overview

The Applied Statistics at Kennesaw State University is a MSc programme in Mathematics & Statistics over 72 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.

Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of mathematics & statistics. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.

Graduates of the Applied Statistics programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.

Key Program Features

  1. Duration: 72 months
  2. Language of instruction: English
  3. Study mode: On-campus
  4. English requirement: IELTS 6.5
  5. Tuition: USD 1,873 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 1,136 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
  6. Location: Kennesaw, United States, United States

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Applied Statistics programme are prepared for diverse careers in mathematics & statistics:

  1. Actuary
  2. Quantitative Analyst
  3. Data Analyst
  4. Risk Manager
  5. Financial Modeller
  6. Statistical Researcher

Program Curriculum

  1. Fluency in analytical programming languages such as R, Python, and SAS, all necessary for the workforce.
  2. Statistical and mathematical foundations emphasized throughout the program as essential to understanding model building.
  3. Working directly with companies every semester in sponsored project courses is possible. Previous sponsors include Equifax, Travelers, Southern Company, IHG, Shaw Flooring, Trusit Bank, Spanx, Atlanticus, and Coke One North America. 
  4. Capstone options include internships, applied research projects, research with faculty, working in a Center for Data Science and Analytics sponsored lab, and others. 
  5. Emphasis on communication of results and professional presentation skills, which is vital and helps our graduates stand out in job searches.
  6. Analytics Day each fall and spring brings actively recruiting employers and industry professionals directly to the students in our programs who get to showcase their skills through poster presentations. 
  7. Students can take up to 9 hours of related courses in other programs at KSU to help expand their knowledge and skills into related areas like Information Technology, Computer Science, Software Engineering, Business, Health, Social Sciences, and Education.

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

Program admission requires:
  • Baccalaureate degree from an institution accredited in a manner accepted by Kennesaw State University. Applicants should have mathematics coursework that includes at least Calculus I and Calculus II.
  • Minimum cumulative undergraduate adjusted grade-point average of 2.75 on a 4.0 scale.
  • Minimum scores of 150 on the verbal and quantitative portions of the General Test of the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) with a minimum score of 3.5 on the written portion.
OR
  • Minimum scores of 40 on the quantitative portion, 28 on the verbal portion and 4 on the written portion of the Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT).
  • Other criteria will be considered by the MSAS Admissions Committee for applicants, including coursework,professional certifications,relevant work experience,professional activities.
International applicants have additional requirements, see Graduate Admissions section of this catalog.

English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.

Tuition & Financial Information

Tuition Fee

USD 1,873 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 1,136 (Tuition (Module)) — National students

Tuition fees: USD 1,873 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 1,136 (Tuition (Module)) — National students

IELTS requirement: 6.5

Financial Aid & Scholarships

Contact Kennesaw State University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.

About Kennesaw State University

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Kennesaw State University

Kennesaw, United States

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University Profile
  • Language English
  • Duration 72 months
  • Credits 36