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Overview
What you'll work on
After gaining a broad background in statistical theory and methods, in the Statistics program of Michigan Technological University you’ll explore statistical genetics, predictive modeling, computational methods, and time series analysis. You’ll learn from esteemed faculty who use advanced statistics to discover the genetic basis of complex diseases, study economic data, and manage risk.
Where you'll work
Recent graduates have landed positions in national laboratories, academia, and private industries and rms. A few of the jobs taken by recent students earning a master’s or PhD degree include: data scientist at Monsanto; statistical programmer/analyst at Mayo Clinic; biostatistician at Marsh Field Clinic Research Foundation; assistant professor at Tulane University; and postdoctoral associates at University of Michigan and Yale University.
Who you'll work with
You’ll work in teams with your peers and faculty, using state-of-the-art software to solve authentic problems with real data. Approximately 30 faculty members in the Department of Mathematical Sciences conduct research on the best mathematical and statistical approaches to problems in a variety of areas. Both master’s and doctoral students contribute to faculty-led research projects while taking advanced coursework in statistics.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Mathematical Statistics
- Statistical Methods
- Nonparametric Statistics
- Computational Statistics
- Bayesian Statistics
- Predictive Modeling
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
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- Apply at least a semester in advance of projected admission to improve your chances of receiving funding.
Language
English
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL® IBT 79
Credits
30 SCH
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Mathematics Applied Mathematics Statistics View 393 other Masters in Applied Mathematics in United StatesAcademic requirements
GPA 3
English requirements
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL® IBT 79
Other requirements
General requirements
- 2 Letters of Recommendation
- Résumé / Curriculum vitae
- Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of 3.0 or better on a 4.0 scale
- GRE not required
- TOEFL: Required Score of 79 iBT or higher
- IELTS: Required Overall Band Score of 6.5
Tuition Fee
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National
23332 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 23332 USD per year during 12 months.
Living costs for Houghton
1000 - 1500 USD /month
Living costs
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Financing
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