Program Overview
The Quantitative Psychology at Ball State University 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 Quantitative Psychology 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
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 19,404 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 7,092 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Muncie, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Quantitative Psychology programme are prepared for diverse careers in mathematics & statistics:
- Actuary
- Quantitative Analyst
- Data Analyst
- Risk Manager
- Financial Modeller
- Statistical Researcher
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- EDPS 600 Advanced Educational Psychology (3 credit hours),or EDPS 606 Human Learning and Achievement Motivation (3 credit hours)
- EDPS 641 Introduction to Statistical Methods (3 credit hours)
- EDPS 642 Analysis of Variance (3 credit hours)
- EDPS 643 Research Design (3 credit hours)
- EDPS 741 Applied Regression Analysis (3 credit hours)
- EDPS 742 Multivariate Statistical Techniques (3 credit hours)
- EDPS 746 Theory of Measurement (3 credit hours)
- Quantitative Concentration (6 credit hours)\x97Choose this concentration if you wish to keep honing your statistical skills and learning to uncover the patterns within the data.\\ EDPS 698 Special Topics (3 credit hours)EDPS 730 Introduction to Nonparametric Statistics (3 credit hours)EDPS 740 Categorical Data Analysis (3 credit hours)EDPS 743 Factor Analysis (3 credit hours)EDPS 744 Structural Equation Modeling (3 credit hours)EDPS 785 Multilevel Statistical Model (3 credit hours)
- EDPS 698 Special Topics (3 credit hours)
- EDPS 730 Introduction to Nonparametric Statistics (3 credit hours)
- EDPS 740 Categorical Data Analysis (3 credit hours)
- EDPS 743 Factor Analysis (3 credit hours)
- EDPS 744 Structural Equation Modeling (3 credit hours)
- EDPS 785 Multilevel Statistical Model (3 credit hours)
- Mixed Methods Concentration (6 credit hours)\x97Choose this concentration if you wish to add the ability to get beyond the numbers to understand the underlying reasons, opinions, and motivations of people in your research. EDST 650 Introduction to Qualitative Research (3 credit hours) EDST 655 Introduction to Mixed Methods Research (3 credit hours) EDST 660 Ethnographic Research in Education (3 credit hours) EDST 671 Evaluation of Educational Programs (3 credit hours) SOC 681 Survey Research Methods (3 credit hours)
- EDST 650 Introduction to Qualitative Research (3 credit hours)
- EDST 655 Introduction to Mixed Methods Research (3 credit hours)
- EDST 660 Ethnographic Research in Education (3 credit hours)
- EDST 671 Evaluation of Educational Programs (3 credit hours)
- SOC 681 Survey Research Methods (3 credit hours)
- THES 698 Thesis (1-6 credit hours)
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).
- a bachelor\xc2\x92s degree from an institution that is accredited by its regional accrediting association. Review transcript submitting guidelines before applying.
- either a cumulative baccalaureate grade point average (GPA) of at least 2.75 on a 4.0 scale or a cumulative GPA of at least a 3.0 on a 4.0 scale in the latter half of your baccalaureate
- to meet departmental admissions criteria
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 19,404 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 7,092 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 19,404 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 7,092 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Ball 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 Ball State University
Ball State University
Muncie, United States
Ball State University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Start Date 2017-10-01
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
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