Program Overview

Program Overview

The Bachelor of Science in Statistics program at Illinois Tech is designed to provide students with a technically intensive and mathematically rigorous education in statistics. The program focuses on the fundamental mathematical, statistical, and computational tools essential for analyzing large data sets.

Program Details

• Program Type: Bachelor's
• Degree: B.S.
• Department: Applied Mathematics
• College: College of Computing
• Program Location: On Campus
• STEM Designated: Yes
• Meets F-1 Visa Requirements: Yes

Career Opportunities

A statistics degree opens career opportunities in a wide variety of industries and the public sector. Some potential career paths include:

• Statistician
• Analyst (Business, Data, Risk, etc.)
• Data Scientist
• Machine learning engineer
• Economist
• Environmental Scientist
• Biostatistician
• Operational Researcher
• Researcher
• Actuary

Curriculum

The curriculum for the B.S. in Statistics program is designed to provide students with a strong foundation in mathematical and statistical theory, as well as practical experience working with data and statistical models.

Admission Requirements

Admission to Illinois Tech is required to enroll in the B.S. in statistics program. Students should consult with their academic advisor to transfer into the program.

High Demand

Statisticians are in high demand for their problem-solving and analytical skills across a variety of fields and industries. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of mathematicians and statisticians is projected to grow much faster than the average for all occupations. The mean annual salary for statisticians is $109K, and the unemployment rate for statisticians is 0.3%. Statisticians are ranked as one of the top STEM jobs, with data analysts being in particularly high demand.