About this field of study · CIP 27.0501
A general program that focuses on the relationships between groups of measurements, and similarities and differences, using probability theory and techniques derived from it. Includes instruction in the principles in probability theory, binomial distribution, regression analysis, standard deviation, stochastic processes, Monte Carlo method, Bayesian statistics, non-parametric statistics, sampling theory, and statistical techniques.
- Institution tuition
- $20,808 in-state / $40,884 out-of-state annual rate at this institution, not program-specific
- Field
- Statistics
- National, this field
- $109,705 – $223,464 national benchmark for the field
- Level
- Doctoral Degree
- Degrees awarded
- 5 (reporting year)
- Institution website
- Visit institution site
Common careers
Water Resource Specialists
Design or implement programs and strategies related to water resource issues such as supply, quality, and regulatory compliance issues.
Extensive preparation needed
Actuaries
Analyze statistical data, such as mortality, accident, sickness, disability, and retirement rates and construct probability tables to forecast risk and liability for payment of future benefits. May ascertain insurance rates required and cash reserves necessary to ensure payment of future benefits.
Considerable preparation needed
Biostatisticians
Develop and apply biostatistical theory and methods to the study of life sciences.
Extensive preparation needed
Clinical Data Managers
Apply knowledge of health care and database management to analyze clinical data, and to identify and report trends.
Considerable preparation needed
Survey Researchers
Plan, develop, or conduct surveys. May analyze and interpret the meaning of survey data, determine survey objectives, or suggest or test question wording. Includes social scientists who primarily design questionnaires or supervise survey teams.
Extensive preparation needed
Mathematical Science Teachers, Postsecondary
Teach courses pertaining to mathematical concepts, statistics, and actuarial science and to the application of original and standardized mathematical techniques in solving specific problems and situations. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.
Extensive preparation needed
Occupations linked to this field of study by the NCES CIP-SOC crosswalk; descriptions from O*NET.