Statistics—Bachelor of Science
Degree:
Bachelor of Science
Website: Bachelor of Science in Statistics
College/School: School of Mathematics, Science and Engineering
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Bachelor of Science in Statistics
The Bachelor of Science in Statistics degree program readies students to excel in a fast-growing profession that spans industries. With an emphasis on mathematics, logic, analysis and computer language, graduates are prepared to be successful and effective statistics professionals.
The Bachelor of Science in Statistics is a rigorous, 120-credit hour program. The 30-credit hour core, which includes courses in higher mathematics, probability and statistics, design, and analysis, provides a strong foundation in calculation, logic, and problem solving. The format of the program gives students the flexibility to pursue coursework in a variety of branches of statistics by selecting multiple statistics electives (9 credit hours), or to pursue a minor or major in another discipline. Students are also required to take one computer language course.
Bachelor of Science in Statistics Degree Plan
The Bachelor of Science in Statistics degree program requires 120 credit hours to complete.
UIW Undergraduate Core Curriculum
UIW core coursework is required. Review the Undergraduate Core Curriculum Here and review the degree plans for each concentration for scheduling of the core curriculum classwork. In addition, 45 Community Service hours are part of all bachelor's degree programs. See Community Service.
UIW Core Curriculum |
Composition and Rhetoric |
6 credit hours |
Literature and Art |
6 credit hours |
Science and Mathematics |
7 credit hours |
History and Behavioral Science |
6 credit hours |
Philosophy and Religion |
9 credit hours |
Second Language |
6 credit hours |
Wellness and Physical Education |
3 credit hours |
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43 total core credit hours |
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Community Service |
45 clock hours (non-credit) |
Statistics Core Coursework
Mathematics and Statistics Electives
Select 12 credit hours from the following list, or Special Topics courses as approved by the department chair.
Electives
Elective coursework must be completed as needed to satisfy the 120 credit hour program degree requirement.