• Massive amounts of data are being collected from digital applications and mobile devices in addition to those from the fields of engineering, environment, finance, healthcare, retail, and social sciences. The volume, variety and velocity of this data poses unique opportunities and challenges.
  • The ability to analyze and use such data requires a new set of skills that an Applied Statistics major offers. This makes Applied Statistics one of the fastest growing career fields today. The Applied Statistics major builds critical thinking and problem solving skills in data analysis and empirical research. It prepares students for careers in business, industry, and government as well as for advanced degree programs in statistics and quantitative fields.
  • The applied statistics major allows students to focus on their passions including genetics, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, public transportation, automotive areas, communication systems, financial markets, utilities, public policy, public health, government, manufacturing, quality control and others.