Doctor of Philosophy [Ph.D] (Statistics)
STEM Course
5 years
Full Time
On Campus
Field of Study:
$25,464/Yr
$25,464 /Yr
- Doctor of Philosophy in Statistics at Harvard University allows students to complete this course in 5 years.
- There are two options to complete this program. They are thesis-based and non-thesis-based or project-based.
- The students to faculty ratio for this program is 16:1.
- Some of the main courses that students will study in this program are:
- Probability theory
- Game theory,
- Data collection and sampling methods
- Statistical modeling
- The field in research on a multitude of topics that include statistical inference, statistical computing and Monte-Carlo methods, analysis of missing data, causal inference, stochastic processes, multilevel models, experimental design, network models and the interface of statistics, and the social, physical, and biological sciences.
- A unique feature of the department lies in the fact that apart from methodological research, all the faculty members are also heavily involved in applied research, developing novel methodology that can be applied to a wide array of fields like astrophysics, biology, chemistry, economics, engineering, public policy, sociology, education, and many others.
- Career positions may include:
- Statistician
- Business Analyst, Finance/Banking
- Statistician Trainer
- Econometrician
- Senior Data Analyst
- Mathematician, etc with an average salary of 36,475 USD per year.
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Tuition Fees
Year | 1st Year Fees |
---|---|
Tuition Fees | $25464 (USD 25464) |
Other Expenses
Head | Avg Cost Per Year |
---|---|
Room and Board | $17682 (USD 17682) |
Health Insurance | $4040 (USD 4040) |
Others | $1242 (USD 1242) |
Total Cost | $22964 (USD 22964) |
Eligibility & Entry Requirement
Academic Eligibility:
- Students must register full-time until receipt of the degree, for a minimum of two years.
- At the discretion of the program, this requirement can be reduced up to one year (eight courses: 32 credits) if academic credit is given for work done elsewhere.
- In addition, those admitted must have completed the equivalent of a senior-level course in the area of theoretical courses related to this program.
- Minimum grade point ‘B+’ (75% – 79%) is required to enroll in this program.
Indian Student Eligibility:
Indian students are eligible to apply if they meet one of the following eligibility criteria:
- Completed a 4-year UG degree with first class in a relevant field from a recognized institution.
- Or, completed a master's degree with first-class in a relevant field from a recognized institution.
- Or, completed a 3-year UG degree with a first-class from a NAAC-accredited institution.
English Language proficiency:
- Applicants from India, China, Vietnam, Philippines, and Pakistan should note that IELTS is the only proficiency score accepted by the Study Direct Stream (SDS) program.
- Meeting the minimum English requirements does not guarantee admission. Students with higher English proficiency scores will receive priority in the admission assessment process.
- Not all students will qualify for EAP-3106 in place of the required IELTS or TOEFL test scores.
Submission of GRE scores is compulsory for this program, however, it is recommended to submit a minimum of 292 for better a chance of admission.
The above requirements are the minimum requirements and do not guarantee admission. The admissions committee will consider all evidence in the file and decide.
Scores Required
3 / 4
Minimum gpa
GPA
Required Document List
The Documents required are:
- Online application form, including SEAS Supplemental form
- College Transcripts - The marks statement provided by the education board after completion of the previous academic qualifications.
- Financial Documentation - The Proof that shows the financial background of the student.
- Letter of Recommendation - This shows who recommended the student to pursue the degree.
- Statement of Purpose - This is an essay or any written statement written by the student while applying.
- Resume/CV - This provides a summary of the experience and skills of the student.
Career and Placement after Course
Following career opportunities are:
- Statistician
- Business Analyst, Finance/Banking
- Statistician Trainer
- Econometrician
- Senior Data Analyst
- Mathematician
Scholarship Grants & Financial Aids
Name | Scholarship Per Student | Level of Study | Type | |
---|---|---|---|---|
Richard A. Freund International Scholarship | Scholarship per student$ 5,000/Yr$5,000 | Level Of StudyDoctorate | TypeMerit-Based | |
SWE Scholarships | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
Young Women in Public Affairs Award | Scholarship per student$ 4,000/Yr$4,000 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
Young Professionals Program | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyDoctorate | TypeMerit-Based | |
Josephine de Karman Fellowship | Scholarship per student$ 25,000/Yr$25,000 | Level Of StudyDoctorate | TypeMerit-Based | |
YouAreWelcomeHere Scholarships | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyApprenticeship | TypeTuition-Fee-Waiver |
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