Statistics and Data Science (MS) - Accelerated Master's Program

The Master of Science in Statistics and Data Science program offers an integrated curriculum that features theoretical and applied statistical courses, cutting-edge statistical machine learning methods and analytical tools, as well as practical, hands-on projects. You will develop core expertise in statistical theory and methodology, and engage in collaborative projects in domain sciences and industry applications. Additionally, the program focuses on developing professional skills including communication, team collaboration and problem-solving mindsets. Graduates are well prepared for a wide range of rewarding career paths, including technology and IT jobs, government and public policy, higher education, sports and entertainment, and marketing and advertising.

Admissions Requirements:

Accelerated MS Program Admission Requirements:

Programs will select from among a qualified pool, based on the following criteria. Individual programs may have more stringent or additional requirements:

1. Completion of a minimum of 75 undergraduate credit hours will be required at the time of application; a minimum of 90 undergraduate credit hours will be required at the time of entry into the AMP. If the student'sGPA falls below 3.3 at the time they have completed 90 units, the student will not be admitted into the program. Courses taken for audit may not be included in the total number of units counted for eligibility or admission.

2. A minimum cumulative GPA of 3.3 on a minimum of 12 units of undergraduate UA.

3. Completion of at least 12 earned undergraduate credits in their major at The University of Arizona'smain campus. Units still graded Incomplete, units graded Pass/Fail or units taken as audit will not count toward the requirement of the 12 undergraduate units.

4. Completion or near completion of general education requirements.

5. Submission of a graduate application and payment of a graduate application fee.

6. Demonstration of the maturity necessary for success in an accelerated, highly competitive program.

7. Typically successful candidates will have completed MATH 375, MATH 467, and MATH 363.

8. Expectation to complete the undergraduate degree within four years. The undergraduate degree requirements must be completed before the student is eligible to have the Master'sdegree awarded.