Program Overview
The Statistics at South Dakota 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 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 602 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students; USD 313 (Tuition (Credit)) — In-State students
- Location: Brookings, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the 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
- Numerical Analysis
- Advanced Calculus
- Applied Functional Analysis
- Statistical Inference
- Complex Variables
- Programming
- Regression Analysis
- Multivariate Statistics
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).
- Submit the Online Application
- Pay the Application Fee - The $35.00 fee can be paid through the online application system at the time of application submission or by sending a check or money order to the Graduate School
- Submit Your Official Transcripts - Request official transcripts from: Each institution from which a degree was earned or will be earned or Any institution at which you have earned graduate credits.
- Submit Proof of immunity - Medically signed proof of two properly administered measles, mumps, rubella (MMR) immunizations OR immune titers for measles (rubella), mumps, and rubella is required. For additional information contact Student Health Services.
- Submit Any Additional Documents Required by Your Program of Interest- Programs may ask for additional documents beyond what the Graduate School requires. Examples may include: Letters of recommendation, Resume, Goal Statement, Curriculum Vitae, Graduate Record Examination (GRE)
- A minimum GPA of 3.0 to receive unconditional acceptance.
- An official bachelor\'s degree transcript - If you are completing your bachelor\'s degree at the time of application, you may submit an incomplete transcript. If you are accepted, a complete transcript with completed degree will be required by the end of your first semester of coursework.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 602 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students; USD 313 (Tuition (Credit)) — In-State students
Tuition fees: USD 602 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students; USD 313 (Tuition (Credit)) — In-State students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact South Dakota 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 South Dakota State University
South Dakota State University
Brookings, United States
South Dakota State University 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 2015-10-17
- Start Date 2018-01-11
- Language English
- Duration 24 months