Welcome to Statistics

Statistics is the discipline that deals with the collection, analysis, interpretation and presentation of data. It can be applied to a wide array of academic areas, from biology, chemistry and anthropology to geography, political science and sociology. Because it is used as a basis for logical, informed decisions, statistics has wide application in the public and private, profit and nonprofit sectors of society.

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The University of Akron
Department of Statistics
Akron, OH 44325-1913
Phone: 330.972.6886

Undergraduate Program

We offer Bachelor of Science in Statistics, with two optional tracks, Actuarial Science, and Data Science.  We also offer Minor in Statistics.  Our students receive training in critical thinking about sources of data, interpretation of data, and the merit of conclusions drawn from data. Here is the Actuarial Science Resources. 

Graduate Program

We offer two-year Masters of Science program in Statistics.  We offer number of graduate assistantships, which includes full tuition waiver and stipend.  Our students come from variety of backgrounds, many of them have completed Bachelor's degree in fields other than Statistics. 

Our Graduates

Our graduates are prepared for the diverse uses of statistics in business, industry, government, and scientific research, as well as advanced studies in statistics and related disciplines.  Because virtually every profession depends on verifiable, reliable and instructive statistics our graduates have good prospects for employment. The University of Akron’s statistics program prepares you for a successful career in private industry as well as federal, state or local government.

Statistical Consulting

We offer expert consulting at a nominal fee.  See what we can do for you.