MA Statistics Admissions

MA Statistics Admissions

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Whether you’re applying from another university or through our 5th-Year Berkeley Pathway, this page will help you get started and point you toward everything you need to apply.


📋 Application Process

Understand the MA Statistics application requirements, deadlines, and what we look for in a strong candidate.

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🎓 5th-Year MA Option

Already at Berkeley? UC Berkeley undergraduates can continue directly into the MA Statistics program through a 5th-Year pathway—same degree, same curriculum, tailored application process.

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💰 Financial Support

Learn more about tuition, department scholarships and fellowships, and external funding options.

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📝 Application Fee Waiver

We offer automatic fee waivers for UC/CSU undergraduates and alumni who are California residents. All UC Berkeley undergraduates and alumni qualify for an application fee waiver for the MA Statistics program.

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💬 Still Have Questions?

Reach out to our team or browse our FAQ for quick answers about the process.

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“What stood out to me about this program was the community building events. I really enjoyed meeting my classmates outside of the courses.”
– Adhith Pisipati, Class of 2025

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Applications open in September. Let us help you take the next step in data science and statistics.

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