There are many benefits to earning a master’s degree such as the possibility of career advancement opportunities, increasing your earning potential, and increasing your competitiveness in the job market. A master’s degree from OU may also better qualify you for management and leadership positions. In fact, some employers require a master’s degree for management-level positions. OU is a top-tier public institution, and our programs are taught by world-class faculty and professors of practice who prepare students for future success.

Those who may be eligible for VA benefits should contact Veteran Student Services by email at veterans@ou.edu or phone (405) 325-4308. You can also find more information on our Veteran Student Services page. We offer full support for our veterans. Please visit our Military-Connected & Veteran Student Success Center to learn more about the comprehensive support that we offer our veteran students. 

The M.A. in Econometrics program prepares students to meet the challenges in a data-rich knowledge economy. Graduates may pursue positions such as Economist/Econometrician, Data Analyst, Financial Analyst, Risk Management/Analyst, Economic Policy Consultant, Analytics Consultant, Investment Manager, and Data Scientist.

Visit the Careers page for more information.

Tuition for the M.A. in Econometrics is $24,540 ($818 per credit hour). Books and other course materials may carry additional costs. There is also a $350 tuition deposit due upon enrollment that counts toward the first-semester tuition and reserves a spot in the upcoming class.

^{*Tuition and fees are subject to change at the discretion of the Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education.}

The University of Oklahoma’s Financial Aid office assists students by providing information about financial aid opportunities available at the University of Oklahoma. Please visit the OU Online Financial Aid page, e-mail  onlineaid@ou.edu, or call (405) 325-2929 to learn more.

• Current resume
• Official college transcripts from all institutions previously attended
• Personal statement
  • Three questions will be asked in the personal statement.
    1. What are your expectations for this program?
    2. What are your career ambitions?
    3. What experience will you bring to the program and to your classmates?
  • The personal statement requirement is not to determine writing ability, but to understand applicants’ reason for applying to the program.
• International students are required to take the TOEFL or IELTS exam and submit a valid score report.  
• Interview, References, and GMAT/GRE scores are not required for admission. 

Once you send in your initial application, your enrollment coach will be in touch to inform you of any additional documents we will need. After your application file is complete, it is sent to the admissions committee for review. The committee strives to respond to all applicants within one to two weeks from the time a completed application is submitted.  

If you are accepted and wish to secure your place in the program, the final step will be to make a non-refundable $350 tuition deposit that is applied to your first semester’s tuition. Your Enrollment Coach will be available throughout this process with updates and questions.  

Applied Statistics graduates are more well-suited for roles in data science, statistics, and data analytics. As a statistician with a master’s degree, you can promote your skill set in data science, business, industry, government, health care, and educational and research organizations. Job functions and titles include Data Scientists and Analysts, Economists, Financial and Investment Analysts, Market Researchers, Statisticians, and Biostatisticians, among others.

 See our careers page for more information.

The MSAS is structured for graduate students with diverse backgrounds and professional experiences. It is designed for those who may already be practicing professionals to increase their skills in applied statistics within various business and nonprofit contexts. Students of the MSAS will enjoy working with technology and programming, leveraging technical and mathematical skills to be problem solvers within their organizations.

Individuals should apply if they want to hone their abilities to make data-driven decisions, understand predictive analytics, and apply data science to achieve results in many fields — whether in business, education, health care, science, government, or technology.

If this sounds like you, we suggest filling out the request form, and one of our enrollment coaches will be in touch shortly to discuss the program and help you determine if it is a good fit for you and your goals.

Tuition for the online Master of Science in Applied Statistics (MSAS) is $24,540 ($818 per credit hour). Tuition is a flat rate regardless of residency. Books and other course materials may carry additional costs. There is also a $500 tuition deposit due upon enrollment that counts toward the first-semester tuition and reserves a spot in the upcoming class.

The University of Oklahoma’s Financial Aid office assists students by providing information about financial aid opportunities available at the University of Oklahoma. Please visit the OU Online Financial Aid page, e-mail  onlineaid@ou.edu, or call (405) 325-2929 to learn more.

Applicants must complete an online application and will be asked to submit the following:

• Current resume
• Official college transcripts from all institutions previously attended
• Personal statement
  • Three questions will be asked in the personal statement.
    1. What are your expectations for this program and receiving this degree?
    2. What are your career ambitions?
    3. What experience will you bring to the program and to your classmates?
  • The personal statement requirement is not to determine writing ability, but to understand applicants’ reason for applying to the program.
• GMAT/GRE scores are not required for admission
• International students are required to take the TOEFL exam and submit a valid score report

Once you send in your initial application, your enrollment coach will be in touch to inform you of any additional documents we will need. After your application file is complete, it is sent to the admissions committee. The admissions committee operates under a rolling admission process, and admissions may continue until two weeks before the start of classes. The committee strives to respond to all applicants within two weeks from the time a completed application is submitted.

If you are accepted and wish to secure your place in the program, the final step will be to make a non-refundable $500 tuition deposit that is applied to your first semester’s tuition. Your Enrollment Coach will be in touch with you throughout this process with updates and to answer any questions.