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    Master of Science in Statistical Practice (MSSP)

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    Pittsburgh, USMSIn-person9 months
    STEM-OPT
    $53,000.00
    Tuition
    over 9mo
    12.8%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    25
    Cohort
    students
    $75.00
    App fee

    Master of Science in Statistical Practice (MSSP) at Carnegie Mellon University is a 9-month, in-person MS program based in Pittsburgh, US. Tuition is $53,000 and the program is STEM-OPT eligible for international students.

    About the program

    The program emphasizes data analysis, statistical computing, and professional skills through a structured curriculum of core courses and electives in areas such as data visualization, machine learning, and time series. It prepares students for careers as data scientists, analysts, and engineers via cohort-based learning and client-oriented projects.

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2027
    Jan 15, 2027

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    optional
    Min If applicable, GRE General Test scores
    TOEFL
    required
    Min 100 (minimum 22 in speaking)
    IELTS
    optional
    Min IELTS is also acceptable (no specific minimum stated)

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US), 24 months STEM OPT (US)

    $32,590.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

    Specific coursework this program expects you to have completed: calculus, linear algebra, programming, statistics, and subject-specific prerequisites where applicable.

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Master of Science in Statistical Practice (MSSP) at Carnegie Mellon University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Science in Statistical Practice (MSSP) at Carnegie Mellon University is $53,000.
    Is Master of Science in Statistical Practice (MSSP) at Carnegie Mellon University online or in-person?
    Master of Science in Statistical Practice (MSSP) at Carnegie Mellon University is offered in-person.
    How long does Master of Science in Statistical Practice (MSSP) at Carnegie Mellon University take to complete?
    Master of Science in Statistical Practice (MSSP) at Carnegie Mellon University is structured around 9 months.
    Is Master of Science in Statistical Practice (MSSP) at Carnegie Mellon University STEM-OPT eligible?
    Yes - Master of Science in Statistical Practice (MSSP) at Carnegie Mellon University is STEM-OPT designated, allowing international graduates to extend their post-completion OPT for up to 36 months total.
    How competitive is Master of Science in Statistical Practice (MSSP) at Carnegie Mellon University?
    Master of Science in Statistical Practice (MSSP) at Carnegie Mellon University reports an acceptance rate of approximately 12.8%.