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    Degree Type
    Master's
    Doctoral
    Certificate
    College
    College of Arts and Sciences
    Location
    On Campus
    Field of Study
    STEM
    Planning and Organizing
    Technology and Information
    Outcomes
    • Actuarial Sciences
    • Biostatistics
    • Cryptology
    • Financial Analyst
    • Production Management
    • Professor
    • Quality Assurance
    • Researcher
    • Risk Management and Assessment
    • Statistical Computing

    For individuals who

    Are seeking an advanced degree. Enjoy working with numbers and data. 

    Looking for

    A flexible program that is based on prior experience and research interest. One-on-one work with faculty members. Numerous research opportunities. 

    To become

    • Biostatistics
    • Cryptology
    • Professor
    • Researcher
    • Statistical Computing 

    The Department of Statistics offers programs leading to a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Statistics, a Master of Science (M.S.) degree in Applied Statistics, and certificates in Statistics (for non-majors) and Big Data Applied Statistics Analysis. The program is flexible enough create a plan based on individual prior experience and in accord with professional goals.

    During the first year of the program, master's and doctoral students are strongly encouraged to meet with each faculty member to discuss possible research topics. The student should select a supervisory committee by the end of the first year.

    Graduate certificates in Statistics for non-majors and Big Data Applied Statistics Analysis are also available.

    Find more program information at the NDSU Catalog