Applying to the Master's Program in Applied Statistics and Data Science (MS)
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Overview
Graduates of the Master of Science (MS) in Applied Statistics and Data Science will be trained in the data science process, machine learning, data visualization, statistical inference, algorithmic and computational thinking, experimental design, coding, ethics, and algorithmic accountability. Moreover, they will acquire competency in the following areas.
- Computational and statistical thinking.
- Mathematical foundations.
- Algorithms and software foundation.
- Data curation.
- Knowledge transference—communication and responsibility.
Admission Requirements:
To be admitted to the graduate program in mathematics, prospective candidates must first meet all requirements for graduate admission to UT Rio Grande Valley, as well as the other requirements listed below:
- Bachelor’s degree in any field with a minimum of 12 hours of upper-division mathematics or statistics course work.
- Undergraduate GPA of at least 3.0 in upper-level Mathematics and/or Statistics courses.
- Official transcripts from each institution attended (must be submitted directly to UTRGV).
- Letter of Intent detailing professional goals and reasons for pursuing the graduate degree.
Application for admission must be submitted prior to the published deadline. The application is available at www.utrgv.edu/gradapply.
Additional requirements for domestic applicants who attended foreign universities:
- TOEFL or IELTS Language Proficiency Test with minimum scores: 550 on paper-based, 213 on computer based, or 79 on internet-based for the TOEFL; 6.5 for the IELTS. TOEFL and IELTS scores are valid for 2 years. For additional information on TOEFL or IELTS Language Proficiency Test.
- Transcript Evaluation by the Foreign Credentials Service of America (FCSA). View additional information on transcript evaluation.
Additional requirements for international applicants:
- TOEFL or IELTS Language Proficiency Test with minimum scores: 550 on paper-based, 213 on computer based, or 79 on internet-based for the TOEFL; 6.5 for the IELTS. TOEFL and IELTS scores are valid for 2 years. For additional information on TOEFL and IELTS.
- English translation of educational records.
- Transcript Evaluation by the Foreign Credentials Service of America (FCSA). View additional information on transcript evaluation.
- Financial Documentation showing sufficient funds (minimum of $23,578 for non-Mexican Nationals) to cover all expenses (living and academic) for the first year of study. Mexican Nationals with an approved Mexican Tuition Waiver require a minimum of $14,823. The requirement of $23,578 may reduced if a scholarship or assistantship has been awarded. Apply for an assistantship, read information on reduction of financial requirements, read additional Information on submitting financial documentation.
- Immigration documents, including a current copy of your valid passport. Read additional information on immigration documents.