Program Overview

Statistics B.S.

Gain a solid understanding of statistical concepts and methods, as well as practical skills to work with data. Prepare for careers that require rigorous statistical training.

About this Program

• Receive one-on-one guidance from esteemed faculty advisors and talented graduate students in mathematics through our mentorship program.
• Connect with your peers through Pi Mu Epsilon, the national mathematics honor society that was founded at Syracuse University.
• Receive expert advice and training as you prepare for the Putnam Exam or GRE.
• Explore advanced topics in a small-group setting by completing a senior seminar course.
• Conduct research under the direction of a faculty member and apply for financial support to continue your research during summer months.
• Earn a special distinction in statistics by maintaining a strong GPA in your mathematics courses and completing a thesis project under the supervision of a professor.

Program Information

• Degree Type: B.S.
• Major: Statistics
• Modality: In-person
• College or School: College of Arts and Sciences
• Career Path: Business and Finance, Science and Mathematics, Sports, STEM

Curriculum

After doing preliminary coursework in elementary probability and statistics, calculus, linear algebra and statistical computing, you’ll take required upper-level statistics courses. Additionally, you’ll select from upper-division course options to complete the statistics program, choosing the courses that are most interesting to you.

Student Learning Outcomes

• Demonstrate facility with the basic mathematics techniques used in statistical theory and applications.
• Effectively communicate statistical ideas.
• Manipulate and summarize data efficiently and effectively.
• Formulate statistical models and perform statistical inferences using fundamental concepts and principles of statistics.
• Conduct data analysis using various statistical methods and summarize findings.
• Demonstrate advanced knowledge and skills in statistical computing.
• Demonstrate advanced knowledge and skills in statistical modeling and applications.

Degree Options

The B.A. degree in statistics is recommended for students who intend to pursue a career in a field that requires quantitative training with an emphasis in statistics. Often, these students go on to work in fields that value statistical skills but are not entirely dependent on statistical analysis, modeling and other areas.

Alternatively, the B.S. in statistics is recommended for students who intend to pursue a career in a field that requires rigorous and in-depth statistical training. The B.S. program equips students with a solid understanding of statistical concepts and methods and strong data analysis skills.

The B.A. and B.S. also differ in their flexibility. Because of its flexible curriculum, the B.A. works well for students who wish to combine their statistics major with other major(s). The B.S. can also be combined with other majors, but this may take additional planning/advice from faculty and professional advisors.

Sample Courses

• Statistical Computing
• Analysis of Variance and Experimental Design
• Fundamentals of Data Science
• Regression Analysis
• Introduction to Bayesian Statistics

Extracurricular Opportunities

• Pi Mu Epsilon: The national mathematics honorary society.
• Directed Reading Program: A semester-long reading project that pairs undergraduate students with graduate mentors.
• Research: Conduct research under the direction of a faculty member and apply for financial support to continue your research during summer months.

Related Programs

• Applied Mathematics B.A.
• Applied Mathematics B.S.
• Mathematics B.A.
• Mathematics B.S.
• Physics B.S.

College of Arts and Sciences

The College of Arts and Sciences (A&S) is Syracuse University’s first and largest college. As the home of the liberal arts, our internationally recognized programs provide the cornerstone of a Syracuse University education with 50+ majors in the natural sciences and mathematics, the humanities and the social sciences (in partnership with the Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs).