Collect, organize, analyze, and interpret data to understand and overcome challenges. Explore a degree in statistics to find meaningful insights.
Undergraduate Bachelor of Science
Major, Minor
124
4 Years
Salem Campus
From statistical data science to math, our professors are subject matter experts. They've collected and analyzed data to solve real-world problems. Connect with them through small class sizes, research projects, or even mentorship.
Dr. Heather Kitada Smalley is an applied statistician with expertise in survey statistics, methodology, and data visualization. She is dedicated to student success through joint research projects and hands-on teaching in courses.
Dr. (Fletcher) Hank Ibser has extensive teaching experience, including positions at UC Berkeley and Reed College. Passionate about interdisciplinary collaboration, his research reflects his belief in the broad applicability of statistical methods.
Dr. Kristen Gore is an accomplished statistician, and an award-winning educator. She inspires students in her classroom through real-world applications and fosters a love for statistical and environmental sciences.
Explore statistical methods, modeling, calculus, linear algebra, data analysis, R, and statistical computing. Work with real-world data to make an impact. Our curriculum uses other academic fields, working to collect, analyze, and explain data.
Explore statistical inference through probability and calculus, mastering classical and Bayesian methods for estimation and hypothesis testing. Gain skills with R coding and dive into techniques like method of moments and maximum likelihood methods.
Master linear algebra techniques for regression analysis, ANOVA, and prediction. Apply rigorous abstract concepts to real-world data using R, making statistical inference both practical and powerful.
Our Statistics major requires 48 semester hours to complete the degree. These credits will be comprised of Math and SCIS courses, in addition to 8 semester hours of approved electives.
Students pursuing a Statistics minor will need to complete 24 semester hours in statistics courses. Topics include Proficiency in R, Introductory Statistics, Modeling Distribution, Calculus Distribution, Probability Theory Distribution, and 4 elective credits.
Our Statistics program is open to first-year students, transfer students and international students. Learn more about Willamette’s undergraduate admissions process to get started.
Willamette University is committed to supporting Statistics majors with generous merit scholarships and financial aid. There is no separate application required for these scholarships. All admitted undergraduate applicants are automatically considered for merit-based scholarships, starting at $26,000 per year. These scholarships are awarded based on academic excellence, taking into account cumulative GPA and SAT or ACT scores, if provided.
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