Admission and Tuition

Admission Requirements

To apply for the master’s in Statistics and Data Science at LMU, you should have a bachelor's degree and prior coursework in multivariable calculus, linear algebra, statistics, probability, and programming.

Find the full admission requirements for the Statistics and Data Science program, including academic requirements, transfer credit, and deferment policies, on the LMU Bulletin.

Application 

The master’s program in Statistics and Data Science at LMU can be started in the fall or spring semester. Note: Applications submitted after the listed deadlines may still be considered and reviewed on a case-by-case basis.

Application Deadlines

  • Fall Semester - July 1
  • Spring Semester - November 1

How to Apply

To apply for the Statistics and Data Science program, please submit:

  • A completed Online Application and $50 application fee
  • Official transcripts of all colleges and universities attended
  • A personal statement (1-2 pages) discussing how the graduate program fits the applicant’s career goals

Optional application materials:

  • Letters of recommendation
  • Graduate Record Exam (GRE)

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Tuition

The LMU Statistics and Data Science graduate program is 30 units total. Tuition is calculated by course unit. To calculate tuition costs, view the LMU Controller website for the latest academic year’s tuition cost per unit.

Scholarships

LMU offers generous scholarships, graduate assistantships, and research fellowships to help supplement the cost of tuition. At LMU, 87% of graduate students receive financial aid (2025-2026).

LMU offers need-based departmental scholarships through the Financial Aid office. Please visit the Financial Aid Office to find resources for students seeking financial aid, including Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) forms.

Frequently Asked Questions

View our FAQs to find answers to frequently asked questions and contact information for Seaver College’s Graduate Programs.