PhD in Statistics in Ithaca United States | Cornell University

The PhD program equips students for careers in university-level research and teaching, or similar roles in industry and government sectors. Earning a doctorate involves composing and defending an original dissertation. Graduates emerge with diverse competencies, ranging from collaborative research abilities in practical domains to developing innovative statistical approaches and proving their mathematical validity. Cornell's PhD graduates have secured prominent positions across academic institutions, corporate enterprises, and public agencies. While we don't admit students seeking only a master's degree, we welcome applicants pursuing a master's as a pathway to the PhD.

The Statistics PhD program at Cornell prepares scholars for research and teaching careers in higher education or comparable roles in industrial and governmental settings. Doctoral candidates must complete and defend a dissertation to earn their degree. The curriculum develops comprehensive skills, from cooperative research engagement to creating new statistical methodologies and mathematically verifying their effectiveness. Our PhD alumni hold distinguished positions throughout academia, business, and public service. For further details, consult the PDF icon Statistics PhD Field Manual. Note that Cornell doesn't provide a standalone MS in Statistics; prospective master's students should explore the university's MPS Program in Applied Statistics instead.