Columbia,
MO,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MA in Statistics - Regular Track in Columbia United States | University of Missouri
University of Missouri
|
Columbia United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
23,625
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
18 months
As data-driven business models and decision-making processes evolve, the need for skilled statisticians has grown significantly. Predictive analytics and quantitative reasoning now serve as fundamental elements in successful initiatives across both private and public sectors. Earning a Master of Statistics degree opens doors to career growth in diverse fields such as education, science, technology, healthcare, government, and business.
The program offers comprehensive training in statistical modeling and contemporary methods, combining theoretical depth with practical applications.
Faculty specializations include: Bayesian statistics, biostatistics, stochastic modeling, spatio-temporal analysis, statistical applications in natural resources and ecology, social sciences (covering psychology, economics, and education), business analytics (including B2B pricing), survey methodology, as well as genomics and bioinformatics.
Program requirements: To earn the master's degree, students must complete a minimum of 30 semester hours of graduate-level coursework (7000-level or above), with at least 18 credit hours from the MU Statistics Department.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Minimum GPA 3.0 in math and statistics courses to enter masters program
Bachelors degree from accredited college or University in related area
Undergraduate courses in statistics are recommended but not required Consideration also is given to rank in graduating class trends in grade records maturity and experience and other criteria bearing on qualifications
Before entering the graduate program a student should have a background that includes three semesters of calculus or equivalent one semester of matrix theory and at least one postcalculus course in probability and statistics Some required courses at the 7000 level not taken as an undergraduate may be taken for graduate credit as part of the graduate program
3 letters of recommendation use departmental form or submit through the Graduate School online application
Resume
Personal Statement
TOEFL or IELTS for international applicants
Video statement optional Upload a short video statement no more than 2 minutes introducing yourself and why you want to pursue a graduate degree in statistics at the University of Missouri
TOEFL Internet-based - 80 Overall - Reading - 17, Listening - 17, Speaking - 17, Writing - 17.
IELTS Academic - 6.5 Overall - Reading - 6, Listening - 6, Speaking - 6, Writing - 6.
PTE - 59.
Bachelors degree from accredited college or University in related area
Undergraduate courses in statistics are recommended but not required Consideration also is given to rank in graduating class trends in grade records maturity and experience and other criteria bearing on qualifications
Before entering the graduate program a student should have a background that includes three semesters of calculus or equivalent one semester of matrix theory and at least one postcalculus course in probability and statistics Some required courses at the 7000 level not taken as an undergraduate may be taken for graduate credit as part of the graduate program
3 letters of recommendation use departmental form or submit through the Graduate School online application
Resume
Personal Statement
TOEFL or IELTS for international applicants
Video statement optional Upload a short video statement no more than 2 minutes introducing yourself and why you want to pursue a graduate degree in statistics at the University of Missouri
TOEFL Internet-based - 80 Overall - Reading - 17, Listening - 17, Speaking - 17, Writing - 17.
IELTS Academic - 6.5 Overall - Reading - 6, Listening - 6, Speaking - 6, Writing - 6.
PTE - 59.
Tuition
USD
23,625