Applied Statistics Advanced Certificate
An applied statistics certificate for engineers, analysts, and other professionals to develop a deeper understanding of the statistical methods related to their fields.
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Overview for Applied Statistics Adv. Cert.
Why Study RIT's Applied Statistics Certificate
Complete the statistics certificate in four courses.
A flexible on-campus or online graduate-level credential.
Apply the courses to RIT's MS in applied statistics.
The advanced certificate in applied statistics is designed for engineers, scientists, analysts, and other professionals who want a solid education in the statistical methods that are most closely related to their work.
Graduate Certificate in Applied Statistics: On-Campus or Online
RIT’s advanced certificate in applied statistics is a flexible, on-campus or online graduate-level credential. Designed for working professionals from a variety of disciplines who need to add statistical analysis skills to their resume through part-time study. With this credential, you’ll gain the skills you need to apply to your job immediately, and to increase your value and marketability in today’s data-rich environment.
Recent studies show that hybrid jobs—those requiring complex sets of skills from different fields—pay nearly 40% higher than their single-focus counterparts, and are on the rise in every domain of business. The advanced certificate in applied statistics is a smart investment to be able to move into hybrid, complex, higher-paying jobs.
Applied Statistics Courses
The graduate certificate in statistics requires two core courses and two elective courses. In addition to earning this credential, you also have access career counselors in RIT’s Office of Career Services and Cooperative Education who provide advice to help you plan, prepare for, and meet your career goals.
A Foundation for the MS in Applied Statistics
With your graduate certificate in statistics, the MS in applied statistics is within reach. The four courses you will complete for the graduate certificate count toward the master's degree in applied statistics. To learn more visit the MS in applied statistics program page or complete the Graduate Information Request Form.
What is a Graduate Certificate?
A graduate certificate, also called an advanced certificate, is a selection of up to five graduate level courses in a particular area of study. It can serve as a stand-alone credential that provides expertise in a specific topic that enhances your professional knowledge base, or it can serve as the entry point to a master's degree. Some students complete an advanced certificate and apply those credit hours later toward a master's degree.
Curriculum for 2025-2026 for Applied Statistics Adv. Cert.
Current Students: See Curriculum Requirements
Note for online students
The frequency of required and elective course offerings in the online program will vary, semester by semester, and will not always match the information presented here. Online students are advised to seek guidance from the listed program contact when developing their individual program course schedule.
Admissions and Financial Aid
This program is available on-campus or online.
On Campus
| Offered | Admit Term(s) | Application Deadline | STEM Designated |
|---|---|---|---|
| Part-time | Fall or Spring | Rolling | No |
Online
| Offered | Admit Term(s) | Application Deadline | STEM Designated |
|---|---|---|---|
| Part-time | Fall, Spring, or Summer | Rolling | No |
Part-time study is 1‑8 semester credit hours. RIT will not issue a student visa for advanced certificates.
Application Details
To be considered for admission to the Applied Statistics Adv. Cert. program, candidates must fulfill the following requirements:
- Complete an online graduate application.
- Submit copies of official transcript(s) (in English) of all previously completed undergraduate and graduate course work, including any transfer credit earned.
- Hold a baccalaureate degree (or US equivalent) from an accredited university or college. A minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 (or equivalent) is recommended.
- Satisfy prerequisite requirements and/or complete bridge courses prior to starting program coursework.
- Submit a current resume or curriculum vitae.
- Submit a personal statement of educational objectives.
- Submit two letters of recommendation.
- Entrance exam requirements: None
- Submit English language test scores (TOEFL, IELTS, PTE Academic, etc.), if required. Details are below.
English Language Test Scores
International applicants whose native language is not English must submit one of the following official English language test scores. Some international applicants may be considered for an English test requirement waiver.
Duolingo (DET): 120
IELTS: 6.5
PTE Academic: 56
TOEFL: 79
International students below the minimum requirement may be considered for conditional admission. Deaf and hard-of-hearing test takers with significant hearing loss do not need to take the listening and speaking sections for the TOEFL and IELTS. Each program requires balanced sub-scores when determining an applicant’s need for additional English language courses.
How to Apply Start or Manage Your Application
Cost and Financial Aid
An RIT graduate degree is an investment with lifelong returns. Graduate tuition varies by degree, the number of credits taken per semester, and delivery method. View the general cost of attendance or estimate the cost of your graduate degree.
A combination of sources can help fund your graduate degree. Learn how to fund your degree
Additional Information
Prerequisites
Applicant must have college-level credit or practical experience in mathematics and statistics (two courses in probability and statistics).
Online Degree Information
The online applied statistics advanced certificate can only be completed part-time, taking one or two courses per term. The average time to completion is one year. All courses are asynchronous and your academic advisor will work with you to select courses that meet your degree requirements and your schedule. Students typically spend 10-12 hours per week per class, depending on the content and their background knowledge. A successfully completed applied statistics advanced certificate can be “stacked,” and will award 12 credits toward our applied statistics MS. For specific details about the delivery format and learning experience, contact the program contact listed on this page. RIT does not offer student visas for online study.
Online Tuition Eligibility
The online applied statistics advanced certificate is a designated online degree program that is billed at a 43% discount from our on-campus rate. View the current online tuition rate.
Online Study Restrictions for Some International Students
Certain countries are subject to comprehensive embargoes under US Export Controls, which prohibit virtually ALL exports, imports, and other transactions without a license or other US Government authorization. Learners from the Crimea region of the Ukraine, Cuba, Iran, North Korea, and Syria may not register for RIT online courses. Nor may individuals on the United States Treasury Department’s list of Specially Designated Nationals or the United States Commerce Department’s table of Deny Orders. By registering for RIT online courses, you represent and warrant that you are not located in, under the control of, or a national or resident of any such country or on any such list.
