MA in Statistics in New York United States | Columbia University

The Department of Statistics provides educational programs covering both theoretical and practical aspects of statistics and probability. It collaborates with other schools to offer joint programs in Data Science (with the Fu Foundation School of Engineering and Applied Science), Mathematics of Finance (with the Mathematics Department), Actuarial Science (with the School of Professional Studies), and Quantitative Methods in Social Science (with the Institute for Social and Economic Research and Policy). Columbia University and the surrounding New York region provide exceptional opportunities for applying statistical methods. The department fosters connections with various sectors including industry, financial institutions, medical researchers, and scientific communities while supporting the University's statistical requirements. With a consistent need for skilled statisticians, the department has an excellent track record of placing graduates in academic institutions, research centers, government agencies, corporations, and financial firms.