Successful candidates will have a Bachelor of Arts degree or a Bachelor of Science degree, and an interest in research. Students must demonstrate evidence of potential to excel in course work and research. Admission decisions will be made based on all of the submitted documents (e.g., research experience/interest, personal statement, GPA, letters of recommendation, etc.)

A Bachelor of Arts or Science degree from an accredited institution (official transcript is required)
Three letters of recommendation from individuals who are familiar with student's academic (two) or research experience
A personal statement in which students provide evidence of research interest/experience and the reason they believe our graduate program is a good fit (Students are encouraged to specify the faculty members they would like to work with or the preferred area of research).
The submission of the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) scores is optional but the scores will be considered as part of the application if submitted.
Resume
A sample of student's writing is optional.
Admitted students must have successfully completed an undergraduate statistics course before beginning the program.
Apply and submit all required application materials to the Office of Graduate Studies.

International students: official TOEFL or IELTS scores sent directly from ETS or testing agency, copies/scans not accepted. Required of any applicant who did not earn a bachelor's degree or higher degree from an accredited academic institution in the U.S. or accepted English-speaking country. Scores on the TOEFL should be 80 IBT minimum for admission and 100 IBT minimum to be eligible for a teaching assistantship. Scores on the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) should be 6.5 minimum for admission and 7.0 minimum to be eligible for a teaching assistantship.