San José State University

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Admission Snapshot

Typical admitted student: A bachelor's degree in statistics, mathematics, computer science, or a related field with a minimum GPA of 3.0 is required, along with coursework in linear algebra, calculus, and programming. Relevant experience in data analysis or machine learning is preferred.

About This Program

This master's degree equips students with the foundational mathematical knowledge and advanced statistical techniques required for high-level careers as practicing statisticians and machine learning specialists.

Career Outcomes

Advance as Data Scientist in Cross-Industry AI with machine learning expertise

• 1. Machine Learning Engineer
• 2. Data Scientist
• 3. Statistical Modeler
• 4. AI Research Scientist

What You'll Learn

• Develop and evaluate statistical models for machine learning applications.
• Apply supervised and unsupervised learning techniques to large datasets.
• Implement deep learning architectures for predictive analytics.
• Analyze model performance using statistical inference and validation methods.

Curriculum Highlights

The structure includes core probability and statistics courses, a culminating project experience or comprehensive exam, and specialized modules in Bayesian data analysis or categorical data analysis.

Top Employers

Top employers include tech giants like Google, Amazon, Meta, and Microsoft, as well as data analytics firms and research institutions.

Admissions

A bachelor's degree in statistics, mathematics, computer science, or a related field with a minimum GPA of 3.0 is required, along with coursework in linear algebra, calculus, and programming. Relevant experience in data analysis or machine learning is preferred.

Application Materials

• Statement of Purpose: Required
• Letters of Recommendation: 2–3
• Resume: Required
• Transcripts: Official transcripts required

Academic Requirements

• Degree Required: Bachelor's degree
• GRE/GMAT: Optional
• TOEFL/IELTS: Required for international students (TOEFL 80+ / IELTS 6.5+)