Program Overview

Online Master of Science in Applied Statistics: Overview

The demand for skilled statisticians is rising, with a projected 35% job growth for statisticians through 2029, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. The 100% online Master’s degree in Applied Statistics from Purdue University prepares students for high-demand positions in statistics and data analysis. The program teaches professional skills in probability, statistical theory, statistical methods, experimental design, and data management.

Why a Master’s of Applied Statistics online at Purdue?

The Department of Statistics at Purdue University is one of the largest and most computationally modernized statistics programs in the United States. The faculty conduct cutting-edge research in both theoretical and applied statistics, and students use the latest computational tools to solve problems relevant to today’s world. The online master’s program makes a world-class statistics education accessible to working professionals.

Program Details

• The 33 credit-hour Master of Science in Applied Statistics program can be completed in 24-30 months of consecutive, part-time enrollment.
• Students will learn advanced statistical skills that will make them more competitive in the job market while being able to maintain full-time careers, family obligations, and other commitments.
• The online courses are taught by the same distinguished faculty that teach on-campus at Purdue.
• Students will also take an innovative statistical consulting and collaboration course – a capstone-like experience that gives students the opportunity to work on real-world problems alongside experienced statistics faculty.

Graduate Certificate in Applied Statistics

• The Graduate Certificate in Applied Statistics is a 12 credit-hour program for those looking to improve their analytical abilities while gaining a greater knowledge of statistics.
• If accepted into the Master of Applied Statistics program, the credits earned toward this certificate may be applied to the master's program.