Statistics, Mathematics (BS)
The statistics concentration in mathematics prepares students for graduate work in statistics or to enter the job force. With some additional job-specific training, students entering the job market could function as applied statisticians working in areas such as actuarial science, wildlife management, marketing, quality control, and epidemiology to name a few.
For more information on what you can do with this major, visit Career Services’ What to Do with a Major? resource.
All CMU baccalaureate graduates are expected to demonstrate proficiency in specialized knowledge/applied learning, quantitative fluency, communication fluency, critical thinking, personal and social responsibility, and information literacy. In addition to these campus-wide student learning outcomes, graduates of this major will be able to:
Construct multi-step problem-solving strategies and communicate solutions effectively in written form. (Specialized Knowledge, Quantitative Fluency)
Use statistical software (including calculators) to aid in problem-solving and investigation, and recognize its limitations. (Applied Learning, Critical Thinking)
Apply appropriate statistical procedures and defend chosen assumptions. (Applied Learning, Personal and Social Responsibility)
Draw statistical conclusions and evaluate the validity of others’ reported conclusions. (Critical Thinking, Information Literacy)
Investigate, discuss, and respond to ethical and social challenges in a mathematical context. (Communication Fluency, Personal and Social Responsibility, Information Literacy)
Perform advanced statistical analysis on real data and deliver written and oral presentations (Specialized Knowledge, Communication Fluency, Information Literacy)
Campus Information
Colorado
Intakes
- Jan
- Aug
Application Processing Time in Days: 30
Minimum English Language Requirements
| English Level Description | IELTS (1.0 -9.0) | TOEFL IBT (0-120) | TOEFL CBT (0-300) | PTE (10-90) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert | 9 | 120 | 297-300 | 86-90 | |
| Very Good | 8.5 | 115-119 | 280-293 | 83-86 | |
| Very Good | 8 | 110-114 | 270-280 | 79-83 | |
| Good | 7.5 | 102-109 | 253-267 | 73-79 | |
| Good | 7 | 94-101 | 240-253 | 65-73 | |
| Competent | 6.5 | 79-93 | 213-233 | 58-65 | |
| Competent | 6 | 60-78 | 170-210 | 50-58 | |
| Modest | 5.5 | 46-59 | 133-210 | 43-50 | |
| Modest | 5 | 35-45 | 107-133 | 36-43 | |
| Limited | 4 | 32-34 | 97-103 | 30-36 | |
| Extremely Limited | < 4 | < 31 | < 93 | < 30 |
Job Opportunity Potential
Colorado Mesa University (CMU) has numerous job opportunities available, including both staff and faculty positions, as well as student employment opportunities. The university offers a variety of roles, from full-time faculty and staff positions to part-time and adjunct faculty roles, and even opportunities for students through work-study programs.
Student Employment:
CMU offers various student employment programs, including those requiring work-study funding and those that don't.
Work-Study:
Students can find work-study positions by completing the FAFSA and accepting their work-study award.
On-Campus Jobs:
Students can explore various on-campus jobs through the Handshake platform.
MAVworks:
Students can explore MAVworks, a program for on-campus student employment.
For Faculty and Staff:
- Full-time Faculty: CMU hires full-time faculty instructors in various departments.
- Adjunct Faculty: Part-time and contract-based faculty positions are also available.
- Staff Positions: The university also hires for staff positions, including administrative and classified staff.
PSW Opportunity
Post-Study Work visa or permit, allowing international students on F-1 visas to work in the US after completing their studies, typically through Optional Practical Training (OPT).
Eligibility:
To be eligible for OPT, students must have been enrolled full-time in a US educational institution for at least one academic year and be seeking work related to their major.
Duration:
Students can apply for up to 12 months of OPT, either before they finish their studies (pre-completion) or after graduation (post-completion).
STEM OPT:
Students in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) fields can apply for an extended OPT period of up to 24 months.
Contact our PSA counselor for more information
Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria
- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Bachelors/UG Degree
- Duration: 04 Year
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Total Tuition Fee:
83904 USD
Average Cost of Living: 14000 USD /year
Application Fee: 40 USD
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