Bachelor of Science in Statistics
George Mason University
Key Information
Campus location
Fairfax, USA
Languages
English
Study format
On-Campus
Duration
4 years
Pace
Full time
Tuition fees
USD 4,897 / per semester *
Application deadline
01 Jun 2024
Earliest start date
Aug 2024
* in-state tuition full-time (12-15 credits); USD 16,980 - out-of-state tuition full-time (12-15 credits); USD 1,803 - mandatory student fee
Introduction
Our bachelor of science in statistics program empowers you to analyze big data and use statistical techniques to work in areas as diverse as business, finance, government, and health care. Mason Engineering will give you the skills most needed by today’s employers.
The Bachelor of Science in Statistics is designed to provide a framework for students to develop connections between statistical concepts and theories, their impact on data science, and applications to statistical practice. It will prepare statisticians to use modern statistical techniques to design studies, collect data, analyze and visualize high dimensional data sets, and draw valid conclusions in an increasingly data-centric world. In this program, students will meld the time-tested concepts and theories of statistics with modern methods of analysis, in order to interpret the data that is collected in nearly every discipline and every sector of industry and government.
We offer four concentrations in our undergraduate program:
- Statistical analytics, which blends the disciplines of computer science and statistics, as two core disciplines of data science, in a modern way and is designed for students interested in applying concepts from statistics and computer science to the analysis of complex data sets.
- Applied statistics, which focuses on developing proficiency in analytical methods applicable to a specific discipline of the student’s choosing. This is accomplished through the requirement to complete a minor in a field that makes substantial use of data analysis.
- Mathematical statistics: This concentration is designed for students interested in mastering the theoretical underpinnings of statistics and probability; this concentration is recommended for students who intend to continue graduate studies in statistics or whose main focus is on research.
- Sports analytics: This concentration is designed to provide students with an understanding of the principles of research methodology, economics, statistics, and data analytics integral to the growing field of sports analytics. This concentration will prepare students to work with sports teams as well as companies related to the field of sports such as advertisers, and sponsors, where data skills are crucial for today’s workforce.
Career Opportunities
Graduates of this program can look forward to careers in local, state, and federal government, and in the many industries that conduct scientific research, collect, and analyze data, or where data science is essential. They will enter the workforce with the ability to impact science, public policy, technology, and industry in a positive way through their expertise in data collection, analysis, synthesis, and interpretation, each with the highest ethical standards. Graduates will also be prepared to continue their studies in graduate school.
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Curriculum
Degree Requirements
Total credits: 120
Major Core
Statistics Core
- STAT 260 Introduction to Statistical Practice I 3
- STAT 334 Introduction to Probability Models and Simulation 3 or STAT 346 Probability for Engineers
- STAT 354 Probability and Statistics for Engineers and Scientists II 3 or STAT 360 Introduction to Statistical Practice II
- STAT 362 Introduction to Computer Statistical Packages 3
- STAT 456 Applied Regression Analysis 3
- STAT 463 Introduction to Exploratory Data Analysis 3
- STAT 489 Pre-Capstone Professional Development 3
- STAT 490 Capstone in Statistics (Mason Core) 3
Total Credits 24
Mathematics Core
- MATH 113 Analytic Geometry and Calculus I (Mason Core) 4
- MATH 114 Analytic Geometry and Calculus II 4
- MATH 203 Linear Algebra 3
Total Credits 11
Computational Skills Core
- CS 112 Introduction to Computer Programming (Mason Core) 4
Total Credits 4
Restricted Electives
Statistics
Select nine credits of STAT electives 9
- STAT 356 Statistical Theory
- STAT courses numbered 440-499
Total Credits 9
Technical
Select nine credits of technical electives. Specific course selections must be pre-approved by the undergraduate coordinator. Students may need to choose electives to satisfy prerequisites for some of these courses. In some cases, students will need to contact other departments for permission to enroll. 9
- CDS courses numbered between 100-399
- CS courses numbered above 200
- MATH 125 Discrete Mathematics I (Mason Core)
- MATH courses numbered above 200
- OR courses numbered above 300
- BENG 322 Health Data Challenges
- CYSE 101 Introduction to Cyber Security Engineering
- ENGH 388 Professional and Technical Writing
- IT 214 Database Fundamentals
- SOCI 391 Big Data, Technology, and Society
- SYST 438 Analytics for Financial Engineering and Econometrics
- SYST 468 Applied Predictive Analytics
- SYST 473 Decision and Risk Analysis
- SYST 488 Financial Systems Engineering
Total Credits 9
Concentrations
Select one concentration and complete all requirements.
- Concentration in Applied Statistics (ASTA)
- Concentration in Mathematical Statistics (MTHS)
- Concentration is Sports Analytics (SPAL)
- Concentration in Statistical Analytics (STLA)
Additional Mason Core
Foundation Requirements
- Written Communication 6
- Oral Communication 3
Core Requirements
- Literature 3
- Arts 3
- Western Civilization/World History 3
- Global Understanding 3
- Social and Behavioral Sciences 3
- Natural Science 7
Total Credits 31
General Electives
The number of general elective credits varies with the choice of concentration 8-17
Total Credits 8-17