PhD Admissions FAQ
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Frequently asked questions related to the Department of Statistics Ph.D. admissions process. Learn more about the Ph.D. admissions process.
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What is a qualified applicant's likelihood for admission?
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Admission to the PhD program is extremely competitive, so it is difficult to assess any qualified applicant's likelihood of admittance. However, on average, we admit approximately 10% of qualified applicants
Graduate
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In our graduate program, we aim to develop statisticians not only for academia, but also ones who will become leaders in endeavors such as medicine, law, finance, technology, government, and industry. Our graduate program is a stepping stone to a...
Is a Math or Stats major required for admission?
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No, but it is helpful. An applicant should have the equivalent math background of Mathematics 21a and 21b (see Harvard course catalog), at minimum. Students who do not have that level may not compete well against undergraduate math or statistics majors in...
Can I apply to two different GSAS degree programs at the same time?
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Yes, but two separate applications are required, each with its own supporting letters of recommendation, transcript, GRE scores, etc. Each department will then independently consider the application. If admission is granted to both programs, the applicant...
Colloquium Series: Thodoris Lykouris
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Our upcoming event for the Statistics Department Colloquium Series is scheduled for Monday, November 25 from 12:00 – 1:00pm (ET) and will be an in-person presentation Science Center Rm. 316. Lunch will be provided to guests following the talk. This week's...
Announcing the Carl N. Morris Visiting Day Presentation Prize
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The Department of Statistics is thrilled to announce the new Carl N. Morris Visiting Day Presentation Prize, established in memory of Professor Emeritus Carl N. Morris (1939–2023), a beloved member of the department for more than two decades. Professor...
PhD Program
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A unique aspect of our Ph.D. program is our integrated and balanced training, covering research, teaching, and career development. The department encourages research in both theoretical and applied statistics. Faculty members of the department have been...
Academics
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Is Financial Aid available?
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Virtually all PhD students are fully supported with a combination of tuition, stipend grants, teaching, and research assistantships. PhD students are required to work part-time during the academic year as teaching fellows and research assistants. Harvard...