Graduate Certificate in Applied Statistics
Phone: 713-223-7972
Email: [email protected]
Program Description:
The Graduate Certificate in Applied Statistics is a 12-hour certificate that will allow students to take foundational statistics and mathematics coursework to provide a strong background for data analytics work. In addition, the certificate provides an opportunity for students who may not be interested in a full master's degree, but want to strengthen their skills in statistics and mathematics. Like the existing Master of Science in Data Analytics (MSDA), this certificate will provide students opportunities to obtain fundamental and specialized skills in analyzing large data sets and communicating results and interpretations in a wide range of professions ranging from criminal justice, businesses, education, health agencies and institutions, and the natural and social sciences.
In addition, practicing high school or community college teachers who are looking to earn graduate credit in mathematics in order to teach college-credit mathematics courses in their current institutions. The 12-hour certificate will allow them to take 4 of the 6 courses needed to fulfill the SACSCOC requirement of 18 hours in the field.
Admission Requirements
Applicants seeking admission will provide the following application materials for review by the Graduate Curriculum Committee. Please submit all documents to the Graduate Admissions office at [email protected]
- A completed SLATE application (Click on Apply Now below).
- Submit (1,000 words or less) a personal statement that addresses why you want to study applied statistics.
- Bachelor's degree conferred by a regionally accredited institution.
- Official University transcript(s) from which the applicant earned a Bachelor's degree
and an advanced degree (if applicable) indicating:
- the last 60 semester credit hours of course work and
- evidence of Bachelor's degree awarded and the cumulative GPA.
- Students with an international transcript must submit their transcripts to UHD already evaluated for U.S. equivalency. Here is a list of approved agencies. If residential applicants are experiencing any delays in submitting their official transcript, we will currently accept unofficial transcripts indicating a Bachelor's degree conferred as part of the completion of the application.
- As admission to the certificate is competitive, candidates with a cumulative GPA of 2.75 or higher and B or higher in an Undergraduate Statistics or Probability course will be preferred.
- Resume documenting any work experience that emphasizes personal and professional accomplishments.
- One letter of recommendation or recommendation form from individuals well-acquainted with your work and who are able to address your academic potential, for example, work supervisors and professors.
- Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) score, if you are a graduate of a university where English is not the primary language of instruction (preferred TOEFL scores are: an Internet-based score of 81, a paper-based score of 553 or an IELTS score of 6.5 or higher). As a waiver to these English Proficiency Exams, the College of Sciences & Technology Graduate Studies office will accept as proof of English proficiency, full-time employment history of at least 3 years in a country where English is the primary language spoken, such as the US, UK, Canada, etc. Please submit theEnglish Proficiency Waiver Form as part of your application documents to the Graduate Admissions office.
Admission Process:
The Graduate Advisory Committee will evaluate applications using a matrix based on GPA, relevant coursework or experience, recommendations, and other written materials in the applicant's file. The Graduate Advisory Committee will use the results of this evaluation to determine if an applicant is admitted. The Graduate Coordinator will notify students, in writing, of the committee's decision. Application opens on September 5.
Application Deadlines
Spring 2025 US residents December 15 and International October 1 |
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Summer 2025 US residents May 1 and International April 1 |
Fall 2025 US residents July 15 and International May 1 |
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Degree Requirements
The Graduate Certificate in Applied Statistics requires a minimum of 12 graduate semester credit hours including:
- STAT 5301 Statistical Foundations for Data Analytics and
- 9 hours from the following course options:
| Required Courses | |
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| STAT 5302 | Mathematical Statistics |
| STAT 5307 | Time Series Analysis |
| STAT 5309 | Design and Analysis of Experiments |
| STAT 5310 | Applied Regression Analysis |
| STAT 5311 | Multivariate Analysis and Nonparametric Statistics |
| STAT 6312 | Biostatistics |
| STAT 6390 | Special Topics |
| STAT 6399 | Directed Study |
For course descriptions please see the Graduate Catalog .
Current Students
The College of Sciences and Technology, Graduate Studies currently offers a Master of Science in Data Analytics. We provide academic advising to current graduate students in the program. If you need assistance with personalizing your graduation plan to ensure you graduate within a timely manner, please schedule an appointment. All students have access to their degree evaluation at MyUHD and we are more than happy to assist you with any advising questions or concerns. Please see office hours below.
- Graduate Academic Honesty Policy
- CST Graduate Student Handbook
- CST Graduate Probation, Suspension or Dismissal Appeal Form
Contact for Office Hours:
Phone Number: 713-223-7972
Email: [email protected]
Other Resources
Questions About Graduate Admission
For any other information about the Graduate Certificate in Applied Statistics, contact the Assistant Director of Graduate Studies, Angel Griffin at [email protected] . Any applicant looking to appeal their admission decision can do so here: CST Graduate Admissions Appeal Form
Accreditation
The University of Houston-Downtown is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award baccalaureate and master's degrees and certificate programs. Contact the Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur Georgia 30033-4097 or call 404-679-4500 for questions about the accreditation of the University of Houston-Downtown.