Transforming disciplines, industries, and the world.

Statistics and Data Science combines advanced statistical theory with cutting-edge computing to unlock transformative scientific insights across disciplines — from medicine and life sciences to law and the social sciences. 

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Research that unlocks insights and drives innovation.

We develop and combine modern statistics methodology and computing with data science to unlock the full potential of biological, physical, and social sciences.

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Degrees that connect progress to purpose.

Undergraduate

Equipped with strong statistical thinking and data reasoning, our undergraduates go on to tackle challenges in diverse fields and professions.

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Graduate

Whether seeking a doctorate or master’s, our scholars serve in fields where modern data analysis skills are highly coveted. 

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