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8 Best Statistics Programs in the United States

8 Statistics courses are taught at 6 universities in the United States; the most common length is 4 years. Courses from University of California, Los Angeles, The University of Alabama and San Jose State University come first, because those universities rank highest.

1Master's Degree
UC University of California, Los Angeles logo
QS World #40 #17 in United States United States

Statistics

University of California, Los Angeles — The Master's Degree in Statistics at the University of California, Los Angeles is designed to equip students with the analytical skills required to interpret and manage d...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Statistics
2Master's Degree
UA The University of Alabama logo
#216 in United States United States

Applied Statistics

The University of Alabama — The Master's in Applied Statistics program at The University of Alabama is designed to equip students with advanced statistical techniques and data analysis skills essent...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Statistics
3Bachelor's Degree
UA The University of Alabama logo
#216 in United States United States

Statistics

The University of Alabama — The Bachelor’s Degree in Statistics at The University of Alabama provides a comprehensive understanding of statistical methods and their applications. This program covers...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Statistics
4Bachelor's Degree
SJ San Jose State University logo
#388 in United States United States

Statistics

San Jose State University — The Bachelor’s Degree in Statistics at San Jose State University is designed to provide students with a solid grounding in statistical theory and practical application. T...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Statistics
5Program
SS Sonoma State University logo
#531 in United States United States

Applied Statistics

Sonoma State University — The Applied Statistics degree at Sonoma State University equips students with a robust understanding of statistical methodologies and their application in real-world scen...

Level
Duration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Statistics
6Program
SS Sonoma State University logo
#531 in United States United States

Statistics

Sonoma State University — The Statistics degree at Sonoma State University offers a comprehensive understanding of statistical principles and methodologies applicable across various fields. This p...

Level
Duration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Statistics
7PhD / Doctorate
UN University of Northern Colorado logo
#549 in United States United States

Applied Statistics and Research Methods

University of Northern Colorado — The PhD in Applied Statistics and Research Methods at the University of Northern Colorado prepares students to excel in advanced statistical analysis and innovative resea...

PhD / DoctorateLevel
4–6 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
FallIntake
Statistics
8Bachelor's Degree
CS California State University logo
#659 in United States United States

Statistics

California State University — The Bachelor’s Degree in Statistics at California State University-East Bay provides a comprehensive foundation in statistical theory and its applications. This program c...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
OnlineMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Statistics

How these courses are ranked

Only one university here holds a QS World position — University of California, Los Angeles at #40 — so it heads the list. Below them, universities follow their research output: University of California, Los Angeles is cited most (52,934,262 citations).

What the courses look like

By level: 3 bachelor's, 2 master's and 1 phd / doctorate. The usual length is 4 years and 1–2 years. 88% are full-time and 1 can be studied online. Start dates lean to Fall (100% of courses with a stated intake) and Spring (88% of courses with a stated intake). The University of Alabama offers the widest choice, with 2 of these courses.

Frequently asked questions

What are the top universities for Statistics in the United States?

University of California, Los Angeles (QS World #40), The University of Alabama (#216 in United States) and San Jose State University (#388 in United States) lead this list. QS World positions come first; the rest are ranked by research impact.

How long does a Statistics course take in the United States?

Most listed courses run 4 years, with 1–2 years the next most common.

When do Statistics courses start in the United States?

Fall is the main intake — 100% of courses with a stated start date begin then, and Spring is the second.

Can I study Statistics online with a university in the United States?

1 of these courses are listed as online.

Which university has the most Statistics courses in the United States?

The University of Alabama, with 2, ahead of Sonoma State University (2).

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