Statistical Science and Data Analytics

Learn how to effectively apply strong quantitative and data analytic techniques to today's complex business problems with the Bachelor of Science in Statistical Science and Data Analytics in Temple University's Fox School of Business. Statistics is an important function of almost every STEM field, and through a curriculum with multiple opportunities to gain real-world experience, graduates of the program emerge ready to succeed in a variety of fields.

This program is designed to immerse students in data analysis, statistical methodology, and modern languages such as Python, R, SAS and others. This program includes a capstone course offered in collaboration with an industry partner where students analyze industry data to solve a real-world problem.

Students who graduate with a Bachelor of Science in Statistical Science and Data Analytics emerge prepared to be decision-makers in almost every facet of business as well as various levels of government, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, and other industries where large data sets need to be analyzed, understood and explained.

Faculty & Research

The Statistical Science Department has 20 full-time faculty members, many of whom are fellows of the American Statistical Association and other international societies. They have won numerous awards for teaching at the undergraduate and graduate levels. Faculty publish their research in top-tier academic journals, and several have ongoing research grants from federal agencies such as the National Science Foundation. Learn more about research in Statistical Science at Fox.

Classes & Curriculum 

Statistical Science and Data Analytics majors study data science, predictive analytics, statistical computing and survey design to build a depth of knowledge related to statistics and data analytics. Some of the core required courses include

• Quantitative Foundations for Data Science;
• Data Analysis and Statistical Computing;
• Regression and Predictive Analytics; and
• Time Series and Forecasting Models.

Learn more about courses for the Statistical Science and Data Analytics Major.

The need for statisticians is increasing, with a predicted 34% increase over the next ten years, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Postgraduate careers in statistics can be found in the fields of

• banking,
• finance,
• government,
• healthcare and
• insurance.

1. Make an application plan.

If you’re a first-year applicant, you’ll first want to pick a deadline goal and decide if you’d like to apply Early Action (due Nov. 1) or Regular Decision (due Feb. 1).

2. Apply using the Common Application.

Temple exclusively uses the Common Application. When completing your application for Temple, be sure to indicate whether you’re applying Early Action or Regular Decision if you’re a first-year applicant. Even if you apply before or by the Early Action deadline, you still must indicate Early Action on your application to ensure you will receive an admissions decision early. Transfer applicants do not need to select a deadline preference.

There’s an application fee of $55, which you will submit at the same time as the Common Application unless you qualify for a waiver.