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Admissions Requirements

Admissions Criteria

PREREQUISITES

  • A grade point average of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale in the latter half of undergraduate studies; particular interests and work experience may also be considered.
  • One semester of undergraduate calculus and one semester of undergraduate statistics or demonstration of proficiency in algebra and familiarity with the elements of calculys and statistics
  • Students who do not have the necessary undergraduate training in calculus or statistics may be offered provisional admission if their other credentials are strong.

Application Material

  • Completed and submitted application
  • Application Fee
  • Completed and submitted immunization form (if under age 26)
  • Résumé
  • Statement of Purpose (500 words)
  • Two letters of Recommendation, preferably one from an academic source
  • Official Undergraduate Transcript (A transcript is official if it is sent directly to the Advanced Academic program Admissions Official from the institution the student attended. If a student delivers the transcript in a sealed institutional envelope, the transcript must be dated within the last three months.)

For detailed admissions requirements and to apply now, follow our step-by-step admissions guide.