Master of Applied Statistics at Rochester Institute of Technology

Rochester Institute of Technology

United States of America, Rochester

University Rank:#951

Duration2 year(s)

Tuition Fee

USD 62,030 / Year

Next IntakeSeptember 2, 2026

Applied Statistics

International students can study the Applied Statistics at Rochester Institute of Technology at its main campus in Rochester , United States of America. This Master degree is available as a Full Time program delivered on campus in English. The program has a duration of 2 years and is offered at the university's main campus. Students can apply for the next intake starting on September 2, 2026.

About Applied Statistics

The MS in statistics is available as an online or on-campus degree program.
Learn how to use data mining, including machine learning tools and software like SAS and R, to drive insightful decision-making.
Designed for students from varied professional and academic backgrounds. Your degree begins with a plan of study tailored to your interests and career goals.

The master's in applied statistics focuses on data mining, design of experiments, health care applications, and the application of statistics to imaging and industrial environments. You'll integrate knowledge learned through engaging courses to solve more complex problems for a wide range of organizations, including industrial, marketing, education, insurance, credit, government, and health care.

RIT's Statistics Master's Degree: On-Campus or Online

RIT's master's in applied statistics is available to both full- and part-time students with courses offered both on-campus and online. In the applied statistics master's you will learn:

How to manage, analyze, and draw inferences from big data–adapting to a diverse audience using business communication skills to effectively convey your insights
How to use data mining–with tools including machine learning, software like SAS and R–to drive insightful decision-making
How to apply statistics to the design and analysis of experiment-based industrial studies and clinical trials

Curriculum packed with high-demand skills

Software and Programming: Skills in Python and R are in 20% of job postings related to statistics.
Data Science: Demand for skills in artificial intelligence has grown 190% in the last 2 years, and machine learning is in the top 15 skills employers want.
Experimental Design: Crossover, adaptive, and equivalence designs are dominating 38% of this job market.
Modeling Techniques: Statistical analysis skills like linear, multivariate, and logistic regression are in over of all postings for jobs in this field.

Areas of Concentration

Clinical Trails
Data Mining/Machine Learning
Industrial Statistics
Informatics

Electives

Choose your elective courses with the guidance of an advisor. These courses are usually department courses but may include up to 6 credit hours from other departments (or may be transferred from other universities) that are consistent with your professional objectives.

Capstone Thesis/Project

Practice integrating your knowledge from courses to solve more complex problems by completing a capstone project. This project is taken near the end of your course of study.

Students, with advisor approval, may write a thesis as their capstone. A thesis maybe 3 or 6 credit hours. If a student writes a 6 credit hour thesis, they would be required to complete four elective courses instead of five.

Earn a Credential As You Study

Earn the advanced certificate in applied statistics and advance your career, all while working toward your master of science in applied statistics. These four courses may be fully applied toward the master's degree.

Students are also interested in: Applied and Computational Mathematics MS

This program is offered on-campus or online.

In this master's in applied statistics, you'll learn statistical analysis and apply it to a variety of industries, including insurance, marketing, government, health care, and more.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Transcript(s)

RIT requires transcripts from all colleges and universities that you have attended, including transcript grading keys.
International students should provide transcripts (or mark sheets) and degree certificates from all post-secondary institutions.

To submit your transcript(s) for application review:

Upload copies or official transcript(s) with the submission of your online application, or
Upload your transcript(s) through your admissions portal after you have submitted your application

Upon enrollment at RIT, you will need to contact your prior college or university and request that your official, final records be sent directly to RIT. Documents you upload are not considered official.

Degree Requirements

All applicants to RIT’s graduate programs must hold—or currently be completing—a four-year baccalaureate degree, or the equivalent of a U.S. bachelor’s degree, granted by an accredited college or university.

If you have not yet completed your undergraduate coursework, your admission will be contingent upon submission of your final transcript showing the degree granted and the date of the degree.

3-Year Degrees from International Universities
RIT will review applicants with 3-year degrees from international universities. Students with 3-year degrees from India must meet all of the following conditions:

The college or university is WHED recognized, and
The college or university is NAAC accredited with an "A" grade, and
You have passed in the 1st Class (or equivalent).

If you do not meet the above requirements, you may request a WES evaluation or you would need to complete (or be in the process of) postgraduate study.

If your 3-year undergraduate degree is currently in progress, you may be admitted contingent upon obtaining your degree in the 1st class or equivalent.

Higher National Diplomas (HNDs) from Nigeria or Ghana
RIT considers Higher National Diplomas (HNDs) from Nigeria or Ghana to be comparable to US bachelor’s degrees under the following conditions: the HND is a 2-year program that followed a 2-year National Diploma (ND) or Ordinary National Diploma (OND) program, for a total of at least 4 years of post-secondary study.

Resume or Curriculum Vitae (CV)

Upload a resume or curriculum vitae (CV) to your online application. Your resume or curriculum vitae (CV) should include details about your education, employment, and internship history. Pertinent research experience should be included as well.

English Requirements

PTEMin 60
IELTSMin 6.5
TOEFLMin 88

Career

Typical Job Titles

Sr. Business Intelligence Analyst	Epidemiology Research Analyst
Financial Analyst	Statistician
Market Research Analyst	Statistical Engineer
Loss Forecasting and Analytics	Crime Technology Analyst
Advanced Quality Engineer	Principal Six Sigma Engineer

Salary and Career Information for Applied Statistics MS

Cooperative Education and Internships

What makes an RIT science and math education exceptional? It's the ability to complete science and math co-ops and gain real-world experience that sets you apart. Co-ops in the College of Science include cooperative education and internship experiences in industry and health care settings, as well as research in an academic, industry, or national lab. These are not only possible at RIT, but are passionately encouraged.

What makes an RIT education exceptional? It's the ability to complete relevant, hands-on career experience. At the graduate level, and paired with an advanced degree, cooperative education and internships give you the unparalleled credentials that truly set you apart. Learn more about graduate co-op and how it provides you with the career experience employers look for in their next top hires.

National Labs Career Events and Recruiting

The Office of Career Services and Cooperative Education offers National Labs and federally-funded Research Centers from all research areas and sponsoring agencies a variety of options to connect with and recruit students. Students connect with employer partners to gather information on their laboratories and explore co-op, internship, research, and full-time opportunities. These national labs focus on scientific discovery, clean energy development, national security, technology advancements, and more. Recruiting events include our university-wide Fall Career Fair, on-campus and virtual interviews, information sessions, 1:1 networking with lab representatives, and a National Labs Resume Book available to all labs.

Fee Information

Application Fee 65

How to Apply

Find your degree of choice and review the admission requirements.
Create an RIT admissions account to begin your application. All you need is your email, first and last name, and birthdate to get started.

Applied Statistics

Rochester Institute of Technology

United States of America, Rochester