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#1

#1 Best College for Mathematical Statistics and Probability in the U.S.

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill, NC

the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is known for being a extremely selective school.

Acceptance Rate

17%

Annual Degrees Awarded

13

SAT Score

1,370–1,520

Est. Net Price *

$10,614

Median Starting Salary

$57,709
#2

#2 Best College for Mathematical Statistics and Probability in the U.S.

University of California-Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz, CA

the University of California-Santa Cruz is known for being a highly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

47%

Annual Degrees Awarded

3

SAT Score

1,180–1,390

Est. Net Price *

$17,975

Median Starting Salary

$55,614
#3

#3 Best College for Mathematical Statistics and Probability in the U.S.

University of Nevada-Reno
Reno, NV

the University of Nevada-Reno is a non selective school. They receive about 9,400 applications annually.

Acceptance Rate

86%

Annual Degrees Awarded

3

SAT Score

1,050–1,250

Est. Net Price *

$16,670

Median Starting Salary

$57,962
#4

#4 Best College for Mathematical Statistics and Probability in the U.S.

Harrisburg University of Science and Technology
Harrisburg, PA

Acceptance Rate

84%

Annual Degrees Awarded

3

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$10,022

Median Starting Salary

$56,936
#5

#5 Best College for Mathematical Statistics and Probability in the U.S.

George Mason University
Fairfax, VA

George Mason University is a non selective school. The school receives approximately 20,000 applications...

Acceptance Rate

90%

Annual Degrees Awarded

3

SAT Score

1,150–1,360

Est. Net Price *

$18,479

Median Starting Salary

$57,183
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About Mathematical Statistics and Probability

A program that focuses on the mathematical theory underlying statistical methods and their use. Includes instruction in probability theory parametric and non-parametric inference, sequential analysis, multivariate analysis, Bayesian analysis, experimental design, time series analysis, resampling, robust statistics, limit theory, infinite particle systems, stochastic processes, martingales, Markov processes, and Banach spaces.

While Mathematical Statistics and Probability has degrees up to the Masters degree, most students study towards a Bachelors degree. Students study Mathematical Statistics and Probability all over the country, though the major at the Doctors degree research scholarship level has the most graduates in North Carolina. The average annual income for an undergraduate degree in Mathematical Statistics and Probability is $57,400.

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Careers

Some top jobs related to Mathematical Statistics and Probability, include Statisticians and Actuaries, both of which are in high demand. Yet there are higher paying jobs, like Actuaries. the most available position for Mathematical Statistics and Probability majors is Mathematical Science Teachers, Postsecondary.

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Student Demographics

Total Students
25
Female Students
5 (20%)
Male Students
20 (80%)

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