Statistics

Statistics is the science of modeling, summarizing, and analyzing data, and of using mathematics and computing tools to make predictions and decisions in the face of uncertainty. Statistical ideas are applicable in any area involving quantitative measurement and in almost every area of scholarly pursuit. The major, administered by the Department of Statistics, is designed to provide students with an understanding of the concepts of statistical inference and a familiarity with the methods of applied statistical analysis. A major in statistics will prepare students for a career in business, industry, or government, and for further graduate study in statistics or in a related area.

Major in Sciences and Letters Curriculum

E-mail: stat@uiuc.edu

Degree title: Bachelor of Science in Liberal Arts and Sciences

Minimum required major and supporting course work normally equates to 41-42 hours

General education: The LAS General Education requirements are set up so students automatically complete the Campus General Education requirements.

Minimum hours required for graduation: 120 hours

Departmental distinction: Distinction will be awarded on the basis of the selection of 300- or 400-level courses and the grade point average in required courses. A GPA of 3.25 is required for Distinction, 3.5 for High Distinction, and 3.75 for Highest Distinction.

Hours	Requirements
11-12	Calculus through MATH 241–Calculus III1
3	Select one from:
	MATH 415–Linear Algebra
	MATH 418–Intro to Abstract Algebra II
3	STAT 200–Data Analysis
4	STAT 400–Statistics and Probability I
3	STAT 410–Statistics and Probability II
3	STAT 420–Methods of Applied Statistics
3	STAT 425–Applied Regression and Design
12	Select four courses from the following:
	STAT 424–Analysis of Variance
	STAT 426–Categorical Data
	STAT 427–Statistical Consulting
	STAT 428–Statistical Computing
	STAT 429–Time Series Analysis
	STAT 430–Topics in Applied Statistics
	STAT 456–Probability Theory II
	MATH 444–Elementary Real Analysis or MATH 447–Real Variables

1. MATH 242-Calculus of Several Variable (3 hours) will be offered for the last time for continuing students in Fall 2006. Students who have taken MATH 220 and 230 may complete the calculus sequence by taking MATH 242 in Fall 2006.

Twelve hours of 300- or 400-level courses in the major must be taken on this campus.

All foreign language requirements must be satisfied.

A Major Plan of Study Form must be completed and submitted to the LAS Student Affairs Office before the end of the fifth semester (60-75 hours). Please see your adviser in room 101 Illini Hall or phone 217-333-2167.