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Statistical Science Major

About our program

Study data science, statistics, mathematics and more and learn how to interpret the world through data. With comprehensive courses in theoretical and applied statistics, your education will be grounded in real-world problem-solving. And since the decision-making process in science, medicine, business, public policy and beyond is increasingly data-driven,鈥痽ou鈥檒l be in demand as a data expert.

Do internships that provide practical experience and collaborate with faculty who are pioneers in their fields. At Marquette, we challenge you to excel in your career and use it to shape a more positive and just world. Whether it's through biological research, market analysis or policy reform, your skills will help make informed decisions that contribute to the greater good.

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Marquette Hall, College of Arts and Sciences

Benefits you鈥檒l get from Marquette鈥檚 College of Arts and Sciences

The ability to make significant positive change in the world requires knowing more than one area well. And since our College of Arts and Sciences is the most academically diverse college on campus, we're the perfect place to prepare for your role as a changemaker. So broaden your expertise by adding at least one additional major or minor to your degree 鈥 73% of our students do. 

What can you do with a major in statistical science from Marquette?

The Statistical Science program prepares students to tackle today鈥檚 data-driven problems in industries such as medical research, financial institutions and insurance providers, or through consulting. Here鈥檚 where some of our recent 糖心传媒 landed.

  • Accenture
  • Baird
  • Epic
  • Northwestern Mutual
  • Dieringer Research Group
  • Weimer Bearing and Transmission

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Hands-on learning for career success

While 测辞耻鈥檙别 here at Marquette, preparing you for 飞丑补迟鈥檚 next will be one of our top priorities. So, expect lots of learning by doing, connecting with others who share your passions, and reflecting on how you can Be The Difference.

 

Spaces to learn

驰辞耻鈥檒濒 love getting to work in our computing laboratories, including a 40-seat modeling lab, a biomathematics lab, computational labs with graphics terminals, projects labs and a mathematics education lab.

Internships

Hone your statistical science expertise with an internship. Our students work at organizations in Milwaukee and nationwide.  Our internship program is here to help you find the best option for you.

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Undergraduate research

Here, you'll have the opportunity to work alongside faculty assisting with their research or conduct your own independent research project under the guidance of a faculty mentor. 

Here are just a few of the things statistics faculty and students are doing now: 

  • Developing a unified mathematical model for functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) 
  • Developing statistical models that apply to biological sciences like genomics 
  • Creating tests to help analyze gene expression

Learn more about mathematics and statistics research.

Leadership learning

Become a people-centered leader guided by our Jesuit tradition. Join our E-Lead program sophomore year and you鈥檒l complete a combination of leadership courses and experiences that prepare you to be the driver of innovation for the common good. 驰辞耻鈥檒濒 develop the skill set to generate innovative solutions and the mindset to reflect on the impact your work has on the world. Bonus: 驰辞耻鈥檒濒 graduate with a concentration in leadership, too. 

Explore our E-Lead program.

Study abroad

Expand your statistical science education with a semester abroad. Study program course work at prestigious universities around the world. Other international opportunities are available for you through core courses, summer study, language study, faculty-led programs or research.

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What to expect from a Marquette degree

A Marquette education equips students to thrive professionally and personally through overall student support, career preparation and an extended family that can't wait to meet you. But don't just take our word for it. 

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#6 Best College in Job Placement /#1 in Wisconsin

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#55 in Student Outcomes

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#12 Best Colleges for Internships

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