As a Data Science or Statistics major, you’ll develop strong mathematical and computational skills through structured coursework and hands-on experiences that prepare you for careers, research, or further study.
- Enjoy working with mathematics and be curious about computing and data-driven problem solving.
- Complete a structured set of core and elective courses to build technical and analytical skills.
- Pursue hands-on learning: undergraduate research, student organizations, study abroad, internships, and a capstone project to deepen knowledge and prepare for your career.
Majors
- Statistics B.A. – Geared towards students pursuing a career in statistics and data analytics after graduation. (Most flexible).
STA BA program course flow. - Statistics B.S. – Geared towards students planning to pursue graduate studies and hence is more rigorous in advanced mathematics. STA BS program course flow.
- Data Science B.S. – A combination of statistical methodology with computer science (programming, databases and algorithms). DAT BS program course flow.
Remarks
- For eligibility and application to add/change major students must contact CLAS Advising and are encouraged to talk to a departmental advisor.
- Request for multiple majors and dual degrees.
- Request to change major, refer to CLAS Advising to schedule an appointment. A petition maybe required
- (Data Science) major with either (Computer Science or Statistics) is not permissible.
- Requests to add or change into a major require a minimum of fifteen (15) credits exclusive to the chosen major. Students that are also majoring in Mathematics B.A. are required to also fill out the Major Exclusivity Form.
- Requests to drop a major must go through CLAS Advising.
Minors
- Statistics – A useful (data analytic) complement to any major.
- Actuarial Science – Preparing students in the field of study relating to the quantification of financial risk using math, probability and statistics.
Remarks
- For eligibility and application to add a minor, or to drop a minor, visit https://www.advising.ufl.edu/aac-academics/minors/
- A student majoring in Data Science or Statistics can also work toward a minor in Actuarial Science but cannot minor in Statistics.
- Students pursuing a Data Analytics certificate are not eligible to pursue a Statistics minor.
- Optimal program course flow charts are available for Statistics Minor and the Actuarial Science Minor.
Certificates
Data Analytics – This certificate will provide students with the tools necessary to prepare data for analysis and use proper analytic tools. It will also equip them to understand the issues associated with the ethical use of data (e.g., personal health information) and potential biases in the generation, analysis, and use of data.
Remarks
- For eligibility and application visit https://admissions.ufl.edu/apply/certificates. Students who do not adhere to requirements will not be awarded certificate when graduation report is run. To check the status of your application click here.
- Not available to students majoring in Statistics or Data Science, nor to students minoring in Statistics.
- The certificate requires at least 9 unique credits to that certificate or minor (UF catalog). As such, the certificate can be paired with the A.I. certificate ONLY if WST 3610 is used instead of PHI 3681, and the approved (elective) course is not part of the A.I. certificate.
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Academic Advising
For general degree advising needs
that do pertain specifically to the statistics department, students are encouraged to contact their college’s advising center. For the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Academic Advising Center visit https://www.advising.ufl.edu/.
For program specific advising needs
For inquires pertaining specifically to the department please contact the advisors listed in the right menu.
Statistics and Data Science
Demetris Athienitis
Associate Instructional Professor
Undergraduate Coordinator
116B Griffin-Floyd Hall, P.O. Box 118545
Gainesville, FL 32611-8545
Email: athienit
Personal Webpage
Actuarial Science
David Lindberg
115B Griffin-Floyd Hall, P.O. Box 118545
Gainesville, FL 32611-8545
Email: dlindberg
Personal Webpage