Tallahassee,
FL,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MSc in Statistics - Statistical Data Science in Tallahassee United States | Florida State University
Florida State University
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Tallahassee United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
19,993
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months
The Master of Science in Statistics with a specialization in Statistical Data Science focuses on practical training in applying data management and statistical techniques, along with proficiency in computational and analytical software, to prepare graduates for high-demand careers. This program equips students with applied statistical knowledge and expertise in SAS and R programming to address common data challenges encountered in government and industry decision-making. Florida State University's Statistics Department provides two MS programs: a standard MS in Statistics (36 credit hours) and an MS in Statistics with a Statistical Data Science concentration (32 credit hours).
Additionally, the department offers an MS in Biostatistics (36 credit hours). Students may complete any of these master's degrees through coursework or a thesis track.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Grades
At least a Baccalaureate degree from an accredited U.S. institution, or a comparable degree from an international institution, with a minimum 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale) grade point average GPA in all coursework attempted while registered as an upper-division undergraduate student working towards a bachelor's degree, OR
A graduate degree from a regionally accredited U.S. institution, or a comparable degree from an international institution, AND
TEST SCORES - Scores will be considered by the department for up to 5 years after the exam is taken. If ETS will not send your scores but it has been within 5 years since you sat for an exam, please include your official test score copy in your online application. FSU's school code is 5219
GRE Scores- The GRE IS REQUIRED for Ph.D. applicants, however, FSU is waiving the GRE for MS applicants for spring and fall 2024.
Letters of Recommendation - 3 Required
Preferably academic and/or professional letters
Resume and/or Curriculum Vitae
Include all relevant academic and work
Statement of Purpose
A 1-3 page statement describing your background, accomplishments, and goals
Unofficial Transcript(s) from all previous institutions.
The minimum scores accepted are:
Quantitative Reasoning (Q) score: 155
Verbal Reasoning (V) score: 146
English-speaking Scores - if your first language is not English, you must submit an English-speaking test score.
If you do not wish to be considered for funding, you must have a minimum score of the following on one of the following tests:
Internet Based TOEFL (IBTOEFL): 80
Paper based TOEFL (TOEFL): 550
Michigan Language Assessment: 55 (Fall 2022 and Forward)
International English Language Testing System (Academic IELTS): 6.5
Cambridge C1 Advanced Level: 180 (Fall 2022 and Forward)
Pearson Test of English (PTE): 55
Duolingo: 120 (Summer 2022 and Forward)
To be considered for departmental graduate teaching assistantships, you must have at least the following:
TOEFL Overall: 90
Speaking score: 23
At least a Baccalaureate degree from an accredited U.S. institution, or a comparable degree from an international institution, with a minimum 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale) grade point average GPA in all coursework attempted while registered as an upper-division undergraduate student working towards a bachelor's degree, OR
A graduate degree from a regionally accredited U.S. institution, or a comparable degree from an international institution, AND
TEST SCORES - Scores will be considered by the department for up to 5 years after the exam is taken. If ETS will not send your scores but it has been within 5 years since you sat for an exam, please include your official test score copy in your online application. FSU's school code is 5219
GRE Scores- The GRE IS REQUIRED for Ph.D. applicants, however, FSU is waiving the GRE for MS applicants for spring and fall 2024.
Letters of Recommendation - 3 Required
Preferably academic and/or professional letters
Resume and/or Curriculum Vitae
Include all relevant academic and work
Statement of Purpose
A 1-3 page statement describing your background, accomplishments, and goals
Unofficial Transcript(s) from all previous institutions.
The minimum scores accepted are:
Quantitative Reasoning (Q) score: 155
Verbal Reasoning (V) score: 146
English-speaking Scores - if your first language is not English, you must submit an English-speaking test score.
If you do not wish to be considered for funding, you must have a minimum score of the following on one of the following tests:
Internet Based TOEFL (IBTOEFL): 80
Paper based TOEFL (TOEFL): 550
Michigan Language Assessment: 55 (Fall 2022 and Forward)
International English Language Testing System (Academic IELTS): 6.5
Cambridge C1 Advanced Level: 180 (Fall 2022 and Forward)
Pearson Test of English (PTE): 55
Duolingo: 120 (Summer 2022 and Forward)
To be considered for departmental graduate teaching assistantships, you must have at least the following:
TOEFL Overall: 90
Speaking score: 23
Tuition
USD
19,993