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    Berkeley, USMAIn-person10 months
    STEM-OPT
    $64,928.00
    Tuition
    over 10mo
    12%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    65
    Cohort
    students
    24
    Credits
    $155.00
    App fee

    Statistics at University of California-Berkeley is a 24-credit, 10-month, in-person MA program based in Berkeley, US. Tuition is $64,928 and the program is STEM-OPT eligible for international students.

    About the program

    The program covers graduate-level probability, theoretical statistics, statistical computing, linear models, data analysis, and machine learning through core courses, an elective, and a capstone project involving real-world data analysis. It prepares students for industry careers in statistics and data science.

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2027
    Jan 6, 2027
    Fall 2028
    Jan 6, 2028

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    required
    Min 90 minimum total score (Tests taken from June 1, 2024 to January 20, 2026). Tests taken on or after January 21, 2026: 4.5 minimum total score.
    IELTS
    required
    Min your most recent overall band score must be at least 7 on a 9-point scale

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT + 24 months STEM OPT (US)

    $25,200.00
    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 Statistics at University of California-Berkeley cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Statistics at University of California-Berkeley is $64,928 across 24 required credits.
    Is Statistics at University of California-Berkeley online or in-person?
    Statistics at University of California-Berkeley is offered in-person.
    How long does Statistics at University of California-Berkeley take to complete?
    Statistics at University of California-Berkeley is structured around 10 months and 24 credits.
    What GPA is required for Statistics at University of California-Berkeley?
    Per the program's published guidance: 3.0 (B) on a 4.0 scale
    Is Statistics at University of California-Berkeley STEM-OPT eligible?
    Yes - Statistics at University of California-Berkeley is STEM-OPT designated, allowing international graduates to extend their post-completion OPT for up to 36 months total.