Statistics Major

Advisors:
Dr. Joseph McKean
Dr. Jung-Chao Wang

Statisticians design experiments, analyze data, and interpret results. The National Science Foundation estimates that the demand for Statisticians will exceed the number of graduates for at least the next ten years. Western’s statistics major integrates mathematics and statistics coursework while emphasizing computer applications. A computer science minor is recommended.

Mathematics and Statistics Requirements:

MATH 1220 - Calculus I Credits: 4 hours
MATH 1230 - Calculus II Credits: 4 hours
MATH 2300 - Elementary Linear Algebra Credits: 4 hours
MATH 2720 - Multivariate Calculus and Matrix Algebra Credits: 4 hours
STAT 3620 - Probability Credits: 4 hours
STAT 3640 - Statistical Methods Credits: 4 hours
STAT 4620 - Introduction to Mathematical Statistics Credits: 3 hours
OR
STAT 5620 - Statistical Theory Credits: 4 hours
STAT 4640 - Introduction to Statistical Computing Credits: 3 hours
OR
STAT 6800 - SAS Programming Credits: 3 hours*
STAT 4810 - Communicating Statistical Results Credits: 3 hours
STAT 5670 - Statistical Design and Analysis of Experiments Credits: 4 hours
OR
STAT 6640 - Design of Experiments I Credits: 4 hours*
STAT 5680 - Regression Analysis Credits: 3 hours
OR
STAT 6620 - Applied Linear Models Credits: 3 hours*
CS 1110 - Computer Science I Credits: 4 hours

Choose one of:

CS 1040 - Introductory C/C++ Credits: 2 hours
CS 2050 - Programming in Java Credits: 2 hours
CS 2060 - Programming in Visual BASIC Credits: 2 hours

Electives:

Choose one of:

STAT 5610 - Applied Multivariate Statistical Methods Credits: 3 hours
STAT 5630 - Sample Survey Methods Credits: 3 hours
STAT 5650 - Design of Experiments for Quality Improvement Credits: 3 hours
STAT 5660 - Nonparametric Statistical Methods Credits: 3 hours
STAT 5820 - Time Series Analysis Credits: 3 hours
MATH 5700 - Advanced Calculus I Credits: 4 hours

*6000-level courses

These courses are only for students admitted to the ADP program.