Overview

Key Features

In the Statistics program from Portland State University, you will explore real-world applications as you equip yourself with the quantitative tools needed to analyze and interpret complex data. You'll gain skills that are highly sought-after in government, industry and academia.

The master's in statistics prepares you to teach at colleges and universities or work as statisticians in a variety of settings, from hospital systems and banks to utility companies and planning organizations. You can also use the degree as a starting point for doctoral programs in statistics, biostatistics, economics, marketing, finance, bioinformatics, and data science.

Career opportunities:

Demand is high for statisticians and projected to grow 33 percent over the next 10 years as businesses will need their skills to analyze an increasing volume of digital and electronic data, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. PSU's master's degree in statistics prepares you to do just that.

The graduates work in a variety of jobs and settings, including OHSU, Kaiser Permanente, Portland General Electric, Bonneville Power Administration, Intel, Google, Standard Insurance, Wells Fargo, the U.S. Census Bureau, Portland Community College, University of Portland, and University of Washington.

Others have continued their studies, well-prepared for the rigors of Ph.D. programs in statistics, mathematical sciences, or a related field.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Mathematical Statistics

Applied Regression Analysis and Experimental Design

Advanced Mathematical Statistics

Theory of Linear Models

Stochastic Processes and Probability Theory

Statistical Learning

Statistical Consulting

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-30 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

45 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Portland, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.7

English requirements

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General requirements

To be considered for regular admission, applicants must have a minimum undergraduate GPA of 2.75 or the equivalent (on the U.S. 4.0 scale) from the degree granting institution(s).
Copies of official degree certificate/diploma
Certified translation of transcripts
Financial documentation demonstrating adequate financial support for at least the first year of study
Completion of at least the following undergraduate courses with a grade of B or better: advanced statistical methods, introductory analysis/advanced calculus, linear algebra, and differential equations. PSU equivalents are:
Stat 452 Applied Statistics for Engineers and Scientists II or higher
Mth 311 Introduction to Mathematical Analysis I
Mth 256 Applied Ordinary Differential Equations

Mth 261 Introduction to Linear Algebra
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References
Copies of transcripts from each college or university attended

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

8832 USD / year

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Out-of-State

8832 USD / year

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In-State

5988 USD / year

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Living costs

Portland

United States

1271 - 2262 USD / month

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