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Doctorate in Statistics 

The Ph.D. in statistics from OSU is a four-year program in mathematical and applied statistics that will prepare graduates for leadership roles in industry, government and academia. Our small, cohesive department boasts internationally recognized research programs and provides students with opportunities to work with faculty as teaching and research assistants. 
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Curriculum

The core statistical theory courses in this four-year program will provide you with the fundamental knowledge necessary to develop novel statistical methods for the analysis of new, complex data. Applied courses in analytics and experimental data analysis will help you become an expert interdisciplinary researcher and collaborator.

FUNDyour degree with assistantships

In addition to teaching and research assistantships, the department also offers fellowships and financial awards for outstanding applicants and current students.

Research

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We have internationally recognized research programs in high-dimensional data analysis, multiple comparisons, design of experiments, biostatistics, bioinformatics, genetic statistics, Bayesian statistics and many more. Our graduates are well employed in academics and industry.

Admissions Requirements

  • Transcripts (including courses in calculus of several variables and linear algebra) 
  • Two letters of recommendation
  • Resumé/CV

Test Scores:

  • GRE required with no minimum score
  • TOEFL scores required for international applicants who aren't native English speakers

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Cost & Assistance

Teaching and research assistantships are available for both M.S. and Ph.D. statistics students. Through the generosity of the Gaute Vik Family, the department is able to offer additional fellowships. Financial awards for outstanding current students are also available.

 

Cost

Assistantships and Scholarships

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