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Statistics, M.Sc.

  • Application Deadline
  • 24 months
    Duration
University rank #1055 (BCR) , SD,
The focus of the MS in Statistics Program, offered by South Dakota State University, is the development of sophisticated statistical models and their implementation on high performance computing platforms. 

About

The curriculum features a balance of application, computation, and theory with particular emphasis in the areas of biostatistics/informatics and analytics. This master degree in Statistics is available at South Dakota State University. 

Areas of faculty and graduate student research activity include bioinformatics, biostatistics, business and financial analytics, forensic statistics, and general statistics. The program is particularly effective at preparing graduates to work in business, industry, or government as well as preparing students to continue on to the CSS PhD or other PhD program.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

  • Calculus
  • Linear Algebra
  • Introduction to Probability and Statistics
  • Probability and Statistics
  • Real Analysis

Detailed Programme Facts

  • Programme intensity Full-time
    • Full-time duration 24 months
  • Credits
    30-35 alternative credits
  • Languages
    • English
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  • Delivery mode
    On Campus

English Language Requirements

  • Minimum required score:

    5.5

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  • Minimum required score:

    71

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Academic Requirements

You need the following GPA score:

Required score: 3

Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor’s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to 3 on a US 4.0 grading scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on a 4.0 scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).

Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).

General Requirements

  • Submit the Online Application
  • Pay the Application Fee - The $35.00 fee can be paid through the online application system at the time of application submission or by sending a check or money order to the Graduate School
  • Submit Your Official Transcripts 
  • Submit Proof of Immunity 
  • Submit Any Additional Documents Required by Your Program of Interest

Tuition Fee

  • International

    647 USD/credit
    Tuition Fee
    Based on the original amount of 647 USD per credit and a duration of 24 months.

  • National

    336 USD/credit
    Tuition Fee
    Based on the original amount of 336 USD per credit and a duration of 24 months.
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Living costs for Brookings

  • 1085 - 1890 USD/month
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