Admissions | Applied Statistics + Data Science Graduate Certificate

The program is primarily designed to provide a companion credential for students in other graduate programs (including Mathematics) who have demonstrated expertise in methods and techniques for the quantitative analysis and modeling of data, but it equally serves those who want to pursue just the graduate certificate.

Admissions Requirements

Meet PSU’s minimum requirements
Basic preparation in mathematics and statistics and in a particular disciplinary field that would allow for advanced work in statistical methods as well as applications in one or more content areas
Successful completion with a grade of “B” or better of calculus-based courses in probability and distribution theory. A background in basic statistical methodology is assumed. Prerequisites include:
- 3 terms of Calculus (Mth 251-253)
- Linear Algebra (Mth 261)
- Statistical methods course (Stat 452/552 or Stat 244)

Deadlines

This program offers rolling admissions for fall, winter and spring terms. The application closes 2 weeks before the term starts.

Academic Calendar

How to Apply

New Students

New students who have not yet applied to PSU must first apply to PSU.

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Current Graduate Students

If you are currently a graduate student and wish to add the certificate to your program, please submit a GO-19 Request for Change of Major form. The form must be signed by your current department's Chair before submitting it to the Mathematics and Statistics department.

GO-19 Form

Application Materials

Below is the list of the materials and information you will need to provide as part of your application. We recommend preparing these materials in advance of submitting your application.

Copies of transcripts from each college or university attended
Proof of English Language Proficiency (if applicable)

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Contact

If you have questions about the admissions process, please contact the Graduate Program Administrator at mathstatgrad@pdx.edu.

If you have academic advising or career related questions about one of our graduate programs, contact the advisor for your program of interest.

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