Learn to Draw Conclusions from Data
Students gain a wide breadth of experience to ensure they succeed in their future careers. Under the guidance of expert faculty, they learn to:
- Use probability to assess the likelihood of events (e.g. probability of having a house fire, probability that BYU will beat Utah in football).
- Design and conduct experiments so the results are meaningful and valid (e.g. experiments to test the effectiveness and safety of a new drug).
- Analyze complex data using advanced statistical methods (e.g. predicting fraud using credit card account and transaction information)
- Create beautiful statistical reports that tell a compelling story, using data visualizations and statistical tests.
"I loved learning through mutual discovery and conversations with other students who shared not only my interest in mathematics and statistics, but also God."
CARLA B.,
BYU-I GRADUATE
Highlighted Career Paths
Graduates with a degree in Statistics have a wide array of rewarding careers before them. Check out some of the top careers students get with this degree or explore more career options in I-Plan.
Actuary
An actuary analyzes data to evaluate financial risks. They communicate with insurance, finance and other industries to assess the potential risks they face. Actuaries use mathematics, statistics, and financial theory to study and better analyze potential events. (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics: Median Salary $125,700; 22% Job Growth)
Biostatistician
Biostatisticians use statistical methods to design studies, analyze biological and medical data, and interpret results. They assess medical treatments, track disease spread, and evaluate environmental effects on public health, helping researchers draw evidence-based conclusions to improve health outcomes and guide public health decisions. (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics: Median Salary $104,350; 8% Job Growth)
Statistical Analyst
A statistical analyst applies their statistical skills to researching, understanding, and communicating problems, information, and potential solutions. Statisticians work in a wide variety of industries and organizations in both the private sector and within government agencies. (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics: Median Salary $104,350; 8% Job Growth)
Getting Started in this Degree
If you are interested in Statistics, start with one of the following major-specific courses.
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