Hayward,
CA,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MSc in Statistics - Actuarial Science in Hayward United States | California State University, East Bay
California State University, East Bay
|
Hayward United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
15,567
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months
The Department of Statistics and Biostatistics provides graduate programs culminating in a Master of Science in Statistics. Designed with adaptability in mind, the curriculum accommodates students from diverse academic backgrounds (such as statistics, mathematics, computer science, engineering, business, economics, and other quantitative disciplines) while supporting various professional goals. Specializations are available in Actuarial Science, Applied Statistics, Data Science, and Mathematical Statistics. The program ensures all participants gain proficiency in applied statistical methods, computational approaches, and probability theory, along with their underlying mathematical principles. Graduates will stay current with advancements in the field and develop the ability to independently research statistical literature for ongoing professional development. Alongside the university's general requirements outlined in the catalog, students must also meet specific departmental criteria detailed in subsequent sections.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
A baccalaureate degree or equivalent.
Differential and Integral Calculus (MATH 130, 131).
A statement of purpose,
A list of math and statistics courses taken with brief descriptions of content and grades,
At least two, maximum three letters of recommendation (OR recent GRE scores).
In addition to the above minimum requirements for admission, if students have some of the following background they will be at an advantage both as to selection for admission to the program and optimal progress toward the degree if admitted:
interest or experience in a setting where studies or experiments are conducted for the collection of data.
multiple integration and infinite series matrix algebra
basic statistics and probability
knowledge of a computer programming language
English language demonstration is required for all applicants processed in International Admissions. We accept the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) iBT version or the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic version of the exams.
TOEFL iBT Total Score - 80
IELTS Academic Overall Score - 6.5
Differential and Integral Calculus (MATH 130, 131).
A statement of purpose,
A list of math and statistics courses taken with brief descriptions of content and grades,
At least two, maximum three letters of recommendation (OR recent GRE scores).
In addition to the above minimum requirements for admission, if students have some of the following background they will be at an advantage both as to selection for admission to the program and optimal progress toward the degree if admitted:
interest or experience in a setting where studies or experiments are conducted for the collection of data.
multiple integration and infinite series matrix algebra
basic statistics and probability
knowledge of a computer programming language
English language demonstration is required for all applicants processed in International Admissions. We accept the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) iBT version or the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic version of the exams.
TOEFL iBT Total Score - 80
IELTS Academic Overall Score - 6.5
Tuition
USD
15,567