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What is Statistics?

Statistics is the science of modeling, summarizing, and analyzing data. With statistics, you can make predictions and decisions about uncertain situations. This branch of mathematics is applicable in any area involving quantitative measurement. In this major, you'll gain an understanding of statistical inference. You will also learn about applied statistical analysis. This includes experimental design, simulation, model selection, and validation.

Career Options

Business
Government
Industry
Medical research

Post-Graduation Success¹

93% employed or continuing education

47% employed after graduation

46% attending graduate school

$81,006 average starting annual income

Sample employer destinations: Epic Systems, Allstate Insurance Company, Amazon, AbbVie, State Farm, Uline, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Optimum Healthcare IT, Contax, Procter & Gamble View All

Sample grad school destinations: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, The University of Chicago, University of California, San Diego, University of Missouri, Blackburn College, Indiana University, Rush University, University of Illinois Chicago, Joliet Junior College, Northwestern University View All

Program Resources

College of Liberal Arts & Sciences Program Webpage Degree Requirements

Review Criteria

First-Year Major-Specific Criteria

Calculus preferred (if available at high school)
Demonstrated understanding of and interest in the major

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Transfer Criteria

Transfer Handbook

Graduation & Retention²

3.8 years to degree

100% first-year retention rate

80% four-year graduation rate

90% six-year graduation rate

Annual Program Costs³

Illinois Resident

Tuition: $13,252
Fees: $5,182
Expenses: $19,558
Total: $37,992

Non-Resident

Tuition: $35,928
Fees: $5,182
Expenses:$19,898
Total: $61,008

International

Tuition: $38,576
Fees: $5,182
Expenses: $19,898
Total: $63,656

Related Majors

Computer Science - ENG

Economics - LAS

Mathematics - LAS

Statistics and Computer Science - LAS

¹ Post-graduate data was collected through the Illini Success initiative, which primarily relies on self-reported survey data sources. Statistics are aggregated from the past three years. Please note that total compensation may be greater than annual salary as other forms of compensation (e.g., signing bonus, commission, benefits) are not included. For more information on Illini Success data and methods, please visit the Illini Success website. For average wage or salary information five years after entry into an occupation, visit the Post-Secondary Employment Outcomes Explorer.

² Graduation and retention data comes from several majors within a similar interest area. Data may not yet be available for newly created programs. Years-to-degree data is only available for programs from which you can earn a degree. Retention and graduation rates are only available for programs that you can apply directly into. Retention rates reflect retention to the university, not necessarily retention within the major.

³ "Expenses" are estimated and include books, supplies, housing, and other living expenses. The exact amount you’ll pay depends on where you decide to live, the meal plan you choose, and your overall lifestyle. To learn more about costs, please visit the Office of Student Financial Aid website. To learn the average monthly student loan payment over a period of 20 years based on estimated cost, visit the Illinois College2Career website.