Applied Statistics, Ph.D.

The University of Alabama

United States of America, Tuscaloosa

University Rank:#901

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Duration6 year(s)

Tuition Fee

USD 15,125 / Semester

Next IntakeJuly 5, 2022

Applied Statistics, Ph.D.

About

The PhD program in Applied Statistics is a research intensive program designed for students who demand the depth in understanding of statistical methods to solve applied problems with innovation. The techniques and skills that students learn prepare them to become professionals in a broad range of statistics-driven fields, from academia to research-based industrial settings.

The Applied Statistics professors support students interested in a diverse range of statistical topics including linear models, data mining and analytics, statistical process control, spatial statistics, longitudinal analysis, statistical computing, nonparametric and robust methods, change and anomaly detection, Bayesian inference, and statistical network analysis.

Application

All students, both international and domestic, with relevant preparation in calculus, linear algebra, and statistics are welcome to apply. Prospective students without an MS degree in statistics or without proper preparation at a similar level are encouraged to apply to our Master of Science program. We prefer that students enter the program in the fall semester. A complete application package must be submitted at the Graduate School web-page (https://graduate.ua.edu/prospective-students/apply-now) and should include the following items:

- Resume
- Statement of purpose
- Previous transcripts from undergraduate and graduate institutions
- TOEFL/IELTS (for international students only) and GRE/GMAT test scores
- Three letters of recommendation from professional references
- Application fee

GRE Exam Requirement:

Students may choose to take either GRE or GMAT. Students are expected to achieve the overall GRE score of 310, including at least 160 on the quantitative reasoning section.

TOEFL Exam Requirement:

All students whose first language is not English must submit an official TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) or IELTS score. The minimum required iBT TOEFL score is 90 (575 in paper-based TOEFL). The language requirement may be waived for students with a US degree.

Phone/Skype Interview:

For a small group of selected applicants, short individual phone or Skype interviews will be conducted by Applied Statistics faculty.

See the Admissions Requirements section of the catalog for more information.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

To be considered for regular admission to the Graduate School, you must have at least one of the following GPAs (on a 4.0 scale):

An overall 3.0 GPA.
An overall 3.0 GPA in your last 60 semester hours.
A 3.0 GPA in your graduate program.

Admission with Permission to Continue

If your GPA is lower than recommended, you may be considered for admission with additional requirements. Please check with your prospective program for more information

English Requirements

PTEMin 59
IELTSMin 6.5
TOEFLMin 79

English Program Requirements

Non-native speakers are required to submit TOEFL, IELTS, Duolingo, or PTE scores unless they meet at least one of the following criteria: 1) at the time of initial enrollment, they will hold a degree from a U.S. institution or an institution in one of the English speaking countries or regions listed below; 2) at the time of initial enrollment, they will have been enrolled in coursework for at least two years at a U.S. institution or an institution in one of the English speaking countries or regions listed below; 3) they are a citizen or legal resident of one of the English speaking countries or regions listed below. Information on registering for the TOEFL, IELTS, or PTE is available online or at U.S. embassies, consulates, Institute of International Education offices, AMIDEAST offices, and other organizations concerned with international education. Note that during the application process we only need unofficial language score reports. Official reports must be sent on admission.

Fee Information

How to Apply

Copy of your passport
Relevant visa and immigration documents (This includes PR card, current visa, or F-1/ J-1 visa request and supporting documents)
Unofficial transcript copies from every secondary school you have attended. This includes academic transcripts, mark sheets, grade reports, diplomas or certificates, national standardized examination results, or other academic course work.
- Include an English translation for all documents not written in English. If you need assistance translating your documents into English, we recommend using the American Translators Association to find a certified translator.
- Students graduating high school in Nigeria, Liberia, Ghana, The Gambia or Sierra Leone must submit a copy of their WASSCE results and scratch card information (serial number and PIN) in order to complete their application.
Students that graduated 6 or more months ago should also provide a brief statement listing any academic activities since graduation (including any post-secondary coursework at institutions inside or outside of the US, English language programs, study abroad programs, etc.) List name(s) of the institutions and dates of attendance. If you have no additional academic activities, please write a short statement that speaks to your activities during the gap period. In the statement, please include the following and send to International Admissions at [email protected]:
- Full Name
- Address
- High School/Secondary School
- Graduation Date

Applied Statistics, Ph.D.

The University of Alabama

United States of America, Tuscaloosa

Go to Official Website