Program Overview

Statistical Modeling

Statistics is the science of analyzing data, with these analyses often being based on models that are used to answer questions or reveal underlying relationships. Statistical modeling is applied across many disciplines to model human behavior and natural phenomena and to aid in decision making in the face of uncertainty. The Statistical Modeling Concentration has three tiers—introductory coursework, core intermediate courses, and advanced coursework—and requires that the student be exposed to multiple perspectives on the use of statistical reasoning.

Program Facts

  • Program Type: Minor
    • Bachelor of Arts (BA)

Chair

Jeffrey (Jeff) Witmer,
Professor of Statistics

Curriculum Overview

The Statistical Modeling Concentration begins with general, introductory statistics courses. It then requires at least two core, intermediate courses, in which students learn the explicit use of statistical models from multiple perspectives. Finally, the concentration requires at least one advanced course.

The remaining courses may either be additional statistics courses or a course that covers foundational concepts for some kinds of modeling, such as computer programming and probability theory, or a course that makes use of computer simulations to model real-world phenomena to reveal relationships, even if these models are not fit and evaluated using explicitly statistical methods.

Sample Courses

  • STAT 114 - Introduction to Biostatistics (4 credits)
  • ECON 255 - Introduction to Econometrics (4 credits)
  • CSCI 374 - Machine Learning and Data Mining (4 credits)
  • BIOL 322 - Genetics of Populations (4 credits)
Curriculum and requirements

Statistical Modeling News

Aahil Singh ’26 Turns Inspiration to Action

October 14, 2024

After being fascinated with the research of Assistant Professor of Statistics and Data Science Joshua H. Davidson ’12, Aahil Singh ’26 decided to pursue a similar project. As a double major in mathematics and economics with a statistical modeling minor and data science concentration, Aahil appreciates how concepts can cross disciplines. Through Summer Experience Funding, over the summer, he worked on a research paper with Professor Davidson on the subject of transportation.

Student presents research on large screen.
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