Statistics Major (STAJ)

Advisor: Dr. Nichole Andrews

Statisticians design experiments, analyze data, and interpret results. WMU’s statistics major integrates mathematics and statistics coursework while emphasizing computer applications.

Note: Students who complete all requirements for the statistics major (including MATH 1220, MATH 1230, MATH 2300, and MATH 2720) may request to have the General Mathematics Minor added to their degree. Please consult your academic advisor for details and to request this option.

Cognates

MATH 1220 - Calculus I Credits: 4 hours
MATH 1230 - Calculus II Credits: 4 hours
MATH 2300 - Elementary Linear Algebra Credits: 4 hours
STAT 2600 - Data Analysis Using R Credits: 4 hours

Mathematics and Statistics Requirements

STAT 2630 - Introduction to Mathematical Statistics Using R Credits: 3 hours
STAT 3620 - Probability Credits: 3 hours
STAT 3640 - Foundations of Data Analysis Credits: 4 hours
STAT 4640 - Introduction to Statistical Computing Credits: 3 hours
STAT 4810 - Communicating with Data Credits: 3 hours
STAT 5670 - Statistical Design and Analysis of Experiments Credits: 3 hours
STAT 5680 - Regression Analysis Credits: 3 hours

Electives

Choose two courses: (6 hours)

STAT 5450 - Introduction to Bayesian Data Analysis Credits: 3 hours
STAT 5610 - Applied Multivariate Statistical Methods Credits: 3 hours
STAT 5630 - Sample Survey Methods Credits: 3 hours
STAT 5660 - Nonparametric Statistical Methods Credits: 3 hours
STAT 5820 - Time Series Analysis Credits: 3 hours
STAT 5850 - Applied Data Mining Credits: 3 hours
STAT 5860 - Computer Based Data Analysis Credits: 3 hours
STAT 5870 - Big Data Analysis Using Python Credits: 3 hours

*6000-level courses

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

Accelerated Graduate Degree Program

Students in this major are eligible for the department’s Accelerated Graduate Degree Program (AGDP). Interested students should consult WMU’s Graduate Catalog and, in their sophomore or early junior year, contact the department for details.