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What can I do with a major in...
Statistics?

You can do a lot with this major! Statistics majors go on to successful careers in business, academics, industry, government, medicine, publishing, scientific research, and much more.

Statistics focuses on theories and methods of data collection, tabulation, analysis, and interpretation. Undergraduates who choose a statistics major can pursue a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) or a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Statistics. The B.A. degree is offered through the College of Liberal Arts. The B.S. degree is offered through the Institute of Technology. See the School of Statistics site for more information.

For information beyond what you find below, stop by our office in 135 Johnston Hall. Our popular "What Can I Do With a Major in ___?" binders are filled with information about every major in CLA. These binders are updated regularly and contain more information than we can provide here. When you visit, you can also get individual assistance as you explore majors and career paths.



Common Career Titles for This Major
(Some fields require a graduate degree.)
  • Actuary
  • Algorithm Designer
  • Computer Scientist
  • Consultant
  • Data Miner
  • Database Administrator
  • Economist
  • Financial Analyst or Advisor
  • Insurance Underwriter
  • Inventory Analyst
  • Market Researcher
  • Mathematician
  • Research Analyst
  • Social Scientist
  • Statistical Engineer
  • Statistician
  • Survey Researcher
  • Teacher
Career Titles of U of M Alumni with this Major:
  • Fleet Operations Analyst, U.S. General Services Administration


Skills You Acquire with this Major
Statistics majors develop skills that are applicable to a wide variety of careers. These skills include:
  • Ability to collect, organize, analyze, interpret, and present data
  • Strong quantitative reasoning abilities
  • Problem-solving and reasoning skills
  • Independent, self-motivated work ethic
  • Ability to design and interpret surveys and studies
  • Ability to formulate accurate and clear messages
  • Listening, clarifying, questioning and responding skills


Public Service Opportunities

If you're interested in doing volunteer work related to this major, the Career and Community Learning Center can help. Advisors at our 345 Fraser Hall office can help you find a related volunteer position. By volunteering in the community, you can work for a good cause, explore career options, gain experience, and build your professional network.



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