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Earn your degree part-time and online while you continue to gain valuable work experience.

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Penn State has been a leader in online education for more than two decades.

Enhance Your Statistical Modeling and Data Analysis Skills

Penn State’s online Master of Applied Statistics is designed to equip students with the expertise to analyze complex data, design experiments, and apply advanced statistical methods to solve real-world problems through a blend of theory, programming, and practical applications.

The program’s 100% online courses cover advanced data analysis topics and industry-standard software essential for career advancement, including:

  • probability theory
  • mathematical statistics
  • regression methods
  • statistical consulting
  • SAS and Minitab software
  • R statistical and Python programming languages

Advance in High-Demand Fields

The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports more than 30% growth in the demand for data scientists and statisticians over the next 10 years.

Many graduates of applied statistics programs pursue careers as data analysts, statistical analysts, data scientists, and statisticians in a variety of business, industry, government, health care, and research organizations.

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Gain hands-on experience with the latest innovative software programs and study curriculum designed by experts in the field. This online program can help you develop data analysis skills and explore applied statistics without delving too deeply into the foundations of mathematical statistics.

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Not ready for a master’s degree?

You can earn the 12-credit applied statistics graduate certificate and apply those credits toward the master’s when you apply and are accepted to the master’s program.

Strengthen your data analysis and statistics skills while training on the latest industry-standard software programs. This online certificate program blends practical and theoretical data analysis and can give you the tools and knowledge you need to handle and analyze data for your organization.

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  • Prepare for certification or accreditation — Students in the master’s program have the option to prepare for the SAS Base Programming Certification Exam or to seek PStat® accreditation through the American Statistical Association as an Accredited Professional Statistician™.
  • No required test scores — GRE and GMAT scores are not required with your application.
  • Set your own pace — Access your course work anytime, anywhere. Our online programs are designed to accommodate your busy lifestyle so you can learn on your schedule.
  • Study with expert faculty — Learn from engaging and experienced doctoral faculty who worked closely with representatives from business and industry to develop the curriculum for the applied statistics program.
  • Be supported by a team dedicated to your success — Benefit from academic advisers, career services, library resources, and technical support that can help you every step of the way.
  • Earn a degree from a trusted institution — Penn State World Campus has been a leader in online education for more than two decades. The diploma you earn will be identical to one earned by a student on campus.

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