The Doctor of Philosophy degree program with a major in statistics is designed for students who plan to pursue careers in university teaching and research or in industrial and government consulting and research.
In addition to meeting the requirements of the university and of the College of Natural Science, students must meet the requirements specified below.
Admission
A master’s level understanding of statistics and probability and a sound understanding of undergraduate-level real analysis are necessary for success in the doctoral program. Strong applicants with deficiencies in one of these areas will be considered for admission, and if accepted will be given the opportunity to learn the required material during their first year in the program. The Graduate Record Examination (GRE) General Test is required of all applicants.
Requirements for the Doctor of Philosophy Degree in Statistics
The program of study is developed by the guidance committee in consultation with the student. Students must be able to carry on significant original research in statistics or probability, as demonstrated in the dissertation, the student must also meet the requirements specified below:
- Complete Statistics and Probability 867, 868, 872, 881, and 882.
- Complete at least five additional courses from lists (a) and (b), with at least one course from a. and one from b.:
a. Advanced Probability: Statistics and Probability 961, 962, 964, 996.
b. Advanced Statistics: Statistics and Probability 873, 874, 951, 953, 997.
- Complete at least three additional elective courses offered at the 800-level or higher from any department. These courses must be approved by the student’s guidance committee.
- Pass two written preliminary examinations, the first covering Statistics and Probability 867, 868, and 872, and the second covering Statistics and Probability 881 and 882.