Program Overview
The Applied Statistics at Rochester Institute of Technology is a MSc programme in Mathematics & Statistics over 24 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
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- Tuition: USD 20,902 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 20,902 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
- Location: Rochester, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Applied Statistics programme are prepared for diverse careers in mathematics & statistics:
- Actuary
- Quantitative Analyst
- Data Analyst
- Risk Manager
- Financial Modeller
- Statistical Researcher
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Statistical Software
- Theory of Statistics I
- Regression Analysis
- Theory of Statistics II
- Foundations of Experimental Design
- Capstone
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to 3 on a US 4.0 grading scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on a 4.0 scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).
Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
Admission Requirements
To be considered for admission to the MS program in applied statistics, candidates must fulfill the following requirements:- Hold a baccalaureate degree from an accredited institution (minimum 3.0 GPA strongly recommended),
- Have a satisfactory background in mathematics (one year of university-level calculus) and statistics (preferably two courses in probability and statistics)
- Submit official transcripts (in English) of all previously completed undergraduate and graduate course work,
- Submit a current resume,
- Submit two letters of recommendation, and
- Complete a graduate application.
- International students whose native language is not English must submit scores from the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL).
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 20,902 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 20,902 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 20,902 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 20,902 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Rochester Institute of Technology 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 Rochester Institute of Technology
Rochester Institute of Technology
Rochester, United States
Rochester Institute of Technology is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2015-01-18
- Start Date 2018-08-10
- Language English
- Duration 24 months