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    Statistics (PhD)

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    Basic Information

    Degree Information

    Degree Offered: PRE-DOCTOR
    CIP Code: 27.0501
    Campus: Seattle

    Admission Requirements and Contact Information


    If you would also like to be considered for the full-time MS Statistics program please submit a separate application by December 30 (full-time MS Statistics application deadline).



    Contact Information

    Graduate Program Coordinator
    Program Website
    +1 206-685-7306
    statPhDadv@stat.uw.edu

    Requirements and Prerequisites
    Background in mathematics, statistics, data science, computer science or a quantitative field, with 30 or more quarter credits in mathematics and statistics, to include a year of advanced (second-year) calculus, one course of linear algebra, and one course in probability theory. Knowledge of basic programming concepts along with familiarity with a high-level programming language such as R, Python or Matlab.
    GRE Requirements
    GRE Requirement: Other. Refer below
    More Information:  The department does not require the submission of any GRE test scores. Scores in the GRE General Test are not used at all by our department in making admission decisions to our programs. GRE Mathematics Subject Test scores are optional, and can be used by students to demonstrate a level of skill in mathematics that exceeds what could be inferred from other application materials. However, not submitting GRE Mathematics Subject Test scores does not have a negative effect on an applicant's chances of being admitted into our graduate programs..

    Non-Native English Speaker Information
    Graduate School requirement: English language proficiency (ELP) is required for graduate study at the University of Washington. Therefore, every applicant whose native language is not English must demonstrate English language proficiency as outlined in Graduate School Policy 3.2.

    Program requirement: For financial aid consideration, please demonstrate speaking proficiency in English by scoring 26 or higher on the speaking portion of the TOEFL iBT or 7.0 on the IELTS speaking portion.

    International Student Information
    Applicants who will need a visa should reference the International Applicant Information page. If admitted to the program, international students requesting an F-1 or J-1 visa will be required to provide financial ability documentation to the UW Graduate School.

    Departmental aid available for the first year of study.

    Minimum TOEFL iBT 92. Minimum IELTS: 7. Minimum TOEFL: 580. Minimum TOEFLC: 237. Scoring higher than 26 on the speaking portion of the TOEFL iBT or 7.0 on the IELTS speaking portion. Minimum score required to qualify for departmental assistance involving teaching duties.

    If you would also like to be considered for the full-time MS Statistics program, please submit a separate application by December 30 (full-time MS Statistics application deadline).

    Program Deadlines


    Autumn 2025 - Domestic:
    Open Date: 08/01/2024
    Deadline Date: 12/02/2024

    Autumn 2025 - International:
    Open Date: 08/01/2024
    Deadline Date: 12/02/2024

    Autumn 2026 - Domestic:
    Open Date: 08/01/2025
    Deadline Date: 12/01/2025

    Autumn 2026 - International:
    Open Date: 08/01/2025
    Deadline Date: 12/01/2025

    Application Materials


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    Resume
    Statement of Purpose