Overview

Outcomes

Based on their interests, our graduates are currently in tenure track faculty positions at research universities such as Mississippi State, Texas Tech, and the University of Miami as well as at more teaching centered schools such as Northern Kentucky, Winthrop, and UNC Wilmington.

The Statistics program at the University of South Carolina is flexible enough to serve both those entering with a bachelor's or master's degree, with or without previous statistical training.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Data Analysis
Mathematical Statistics
Linear Statistical Models
Statistical Computing
Probability Theory
Advanced Statistical Inference

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 120 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-08-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-03-01 00:00:00

More details

For financial support: apply by January 15. Applications received through March 1 will be considered if earlier financial offers are declined.

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

60 graduate credit hours beyond the baccalaureate degree or 30 beyond the master’s

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GRE^®

Required

English requirements

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Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Other requirements

General requirements

Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university (or international equivalent)

Required Documents

Official Transcripts
Official GRE Score
2 Letters of Recommendation
Curriculum Vitae/Resume
Personal Statement

Tuition Fee

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International

29760 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 14880 USD per semester during 120 months.
National

29760 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 14880 USD per semester during 120 months.
In-State

13734 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 6867 USD per semester during 120 months.

Living costs for Columbia

999 - 1508 USD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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