Iowa City,
IA,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in Statistics - Data Science in Iowa City United States | University of Iowa
University of Iowa
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Iowa City United States
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
30,203
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months
The data science specialization focuses on the principles, approaches, and practical implementation of methods for processing and deriving insights from data. This program equips students to create innovative techniques for data visualization and modeling, oversee reproducible analytical processes, and work effectively with researchers and data professionals. It provides strong preparation for careers in academia, industry, or government roles involving data visualization, predictive modeling, and statistical analysis.
While the Graduate College mandates a minimum 3.00 GPA for PhD graduation, the Department of Statistics and Actuarial Science sets a stricter requirement of at least 3.40 GPA for the Statistics PhD program. This applies to all degree-required courses as well as any additional relevant coursework.
PhD candidates fulfill core curriculum requirements through one of four focus areas: biostatistics, probability/mathematical statistics, data science, or actuarial science/financial mathematics. Students may supplement their studies with courses or seminars from other departments to connect their specialization with other disciplines, develop computational skills, or acquire foreign language proficiency for accessing international research and scholarly communication.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 7.0
Qualification Requirements
The MS and the PhD in Statistics are awarded by the Graduate College. Instruction is offered through the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. The MS is offered without a thesis. Please note the minimum requirements for Graduate program:
A U.S. bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or University, or an equivalent degree from another country as determined by the Office of Admissions.
A minimum grade-point average (GPA) of 3.00, or foreign equivalent as determined by the Office of Admissions, on the completed undergraduate degree or on at least 12 hours of a graduate degree.
The GRE is required, however, there is no set minimum GRE score. The subject test is not required. Your GRE scores must be reported directly from the testing agency. Those dated within the last five years are acceptable. The University of Iowa institution code is 6681 (you do not need department codes). Please not our department does not accept GMAT scores. We may request an interview (by telephone, Skype, or in person) prior to making an admission decision.
TOEFL iBT - Total score 81
TOEFL PBT - 550
IELTS - Overall score of 7 with no subscore less than 6
A U.S. bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or University, or an equivalent degree from another country as determined by the Office of Admissions.
A minimum grade-point average (GPA) of 3.00, or foreign equivalent as determined by the Office of Admissions, on the completed undergraduate degree or on at least 12 hours of a graduate degree.
The GRE is required, however, there is no set minimum GRE score. The subject test is not required. Your GRE scores must be reported directly from the testing agency. Those dated within the last five years are acceptable. The University of Iowa institution code is 6681 (you do not need department codes). Please not our department does not accept GMAT scores. We may request an interview (by telephone, Skype, or in person) prior to making an admission decision.
TOEFL iBT - Total score 81
TOEFL PBT - 550
IELTS - Overall score of 7 with no subscore less than 6
Tuition
USD
30,203