Statistics MS at University of Wisconsin Madison

University of Wisconsin Madison

United States of America, Madison

University Rank:#110

The Statistics MS at University of Wisconsin Madison is a Full Time Master program offered at the university's main campus in Madison , United States of America. The program is delivered on campus in English and can be completed in 2 years. Students develop academic knowledge and practical skills that prepare them for future careers in this field. The next available intake starts on September 7, 2027.

About Statistics MS

The M.S. degree program in statistics trains the candidate to become a practicing statistician. The M.S. degree in statistics with a named option in biostatistics trains the candidate to contribute substantially to the statistical analysis of biomedical problems.

An M.S. in statistics with a named option in data science is also available to students meeting the criteria (see the data science page for more details). In addition, the department is closely involved with the Biometry M.S., and with the School of Medicine and Public Health Department of Biostatistics and Medical Informatics, both listed separately in the Guide.

The Statistics Department provides extensive computing facilities, both hardware and software, to support instruction and research. Several computers and advanced graphic workstations are available for use in advanced courses enabling students to pursue the latest research directions in statistical computing and graphics. Common statistical packages and libraries are available on a variety of machines.

The department may be consulted for specific career information. See the department website for application materials and deadlines.

Demonstrates understanding of statistical theories, methodologies, and applications as tools in scientific inquiries.
Selects and utilizes the most appropriate statistical methodologies and practices.
Synthesizes information pertaining to questions in empirical studies.
Communicates data concepts and analysis results clearly.
Recognizes and applies principles of ethical and professional conduct.

Requirements and Admission Criteria for Statistics MS at University of Wisconsin Madison

Entry Requirements

A bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited U.S. institution or a comparable degree from an international institution is required. International applicants must have a degree comparable to a regionally accredited U.S. bachelor’s degree. You must have completed your undergraduate degree, or similar, before starting graduate school.

A minimum undergraduate grade-point average (GPA) of 3.00 on the equivalent of the last 60 semester hours (approximately two years of work) or a master’s degree with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00 is required. Applicants from an international institution must demonstrate strong academic achievement comparable to a 3.00 for an undergraduate or master’s degree. The Graduate School will use your institution’s grading scale. Do not convert your grades to a 4.00 scale.

English Requirements

IELTSMin 7
TOEFLMin 93

English Program Requirements

Every applicant whose native language is not English, or whose undergraduate instruction was not in English, must provide an English proficiency test score. TOEFL scores must be submitted electronically via ETS. IELTS scores can be submitted electronically or by paper. Our office address is: UW-Madison Graduate School, Office of Admissions, 232 Bascom Hall, 500 Lincoln Drive, Madison, WI 53706. Your score will not be accepted if it is more than two years old from the start of your admission term. Country of citizenship does not exempt applicants from this requirement. Language of instruction at the college or university level and how recent the language instruction was taken are the determining factors in meeting this requirement.

Applicants are exempt if:

Tuition and Fee Information for Statistics MS at University of Wisconsin Madison

Application Fee 60

Statistics MS at University of Wisconsin Madison

University of Wisconsin Madison

United States of America, Madison