MS in Applied Statistics

All college work (undergraduate and graduate), including diplomas and certificates translated in English, must be sent to MSU Department of Statistics and Probability directly from the school(s) which you attended or are currently attending.

Financial Proof and Affidavit of Support (only for International Students)

These must be submitted from professors or other professionals who can assess your promise of success in our graduate program. You cannot upload the letters of reference yourself.

This is sometimes referred to as your Statement of Purpose. The Academic Statement is required to help the Department of Statistics and Probability application committee understand your academic objectives and research interests and determine if you are a good match for the master program. Include the answers to the following: 1) Why are you applying to Michigan State University Department of Statistics and Probability? 2) Why are you applying to this master program? 3) What are your potential future research interests? Why? Your essay should show that you have a solid background in the areas of statistics, and you have the potential to be successful in graduate study. Upload this document under the "Academic Statement" section of the MSU online application.

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