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Statistics Minor

The Science of Collecting, Analyzing and Interpreting Numerical Data

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Analyze clinical or survey data, draw conclusions and make predictions.

Collect data, research trends and evaluate economic issues and outlook.

Develop, design and test software.

Identify and evaluate risk, specifically for insurance or investment companies.

Collect and analyze data on consumer trends and market conditions.

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Demonstrate knowledge of basic mathematical and statistical concepts

Locate, evaluate and effectively use statistical software and computerized data management

Apply mathematical and statistical knowledge and reasoning to model and solve problems

Interpret output from statistical software and draw appropriate conclusions

Engage in rigorous statistical inquiry and express results orally and in writing

Statistics Minor Program Overview

A Foundational Understanding

Core statistical courses offer students a strong statistical foundation. This minor pairs well with a variety of science- and business-related majors.

Acquire the skills needed to become an applied statistician in government, business and industry.

Sample Courses in Statistics Minor

Table shows sample courses for this program
STT 215 Introduction to Statistics
STT 305 Statistical Programming
STT 315 Probability and Statistics
STT 350 Survey Sampling
STT 411 Design of Experiments and Analysis of Variance
STT 412 Applied Regression and Correlation
STT 490 Case Studies in Statistical Consulting
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How Do I Minor in Statistics?

An overall quality point average of “C” (2.00) or better is required for all courses counted toward the minor.

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