BA in Statistics

Morris is the only small liberal arts college in Minnesota—and one of the few across the country that offers a statistics major. University of Minnesota, Morris statistics majors learn the theory and statistical methods through courses and other scholarly activity. Morris students develop an effective operational knowledge of the theory and methods of statistics and the application of statistical methods in a liberal arts environment.

The statistics program provides an operational knowledge of the theory and methods of statistics and the application of statistical methods in a liberal arts environment. It seeks to enhance students' critical thinking in making judgments based on data and provides students with the basic knowledge and skills to contribute to modern society. Students learn to communicate and collaborate effectively with people in other fields and understand these fields' substance. The curriculum prepares students to enter graduate school or pursue careers in statistics and data science.

The University of Minnesota, Morris provides a rigorous undergraduate liberal arts education, preparing its students to be global citizens who value and pursue intellectual growth, civic engagement, intercultural competence, and environmental stewardship.

As a public land-grant institution, the University of Minnesota, Morris is a center for education, culture, and research for the region, nation, and world. University of Minnesota, Morris is committed to outstanding teaching, dynamic learning, innovative faculty, student scholarship, creative activity, and public outreach. Our residential academic setting fosters collaboration, diversity, and a deep sense of community.