Statistics at Harvard University
If you plan to study Statistics, consider the program at Harvard University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Harvard University is located in Cambridge, MA.
During the most recent reporting year, 98 statistics degrees were granted at Harvard University.
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Studying Online at Harvard University
Many students take online classes at Harvard University. Among 30,259 students, 7,584 (25%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 1,603 (5%) took at least some classes online.
Statistics Rankings at Harvard University
These rankings give you a sense of how Harvard University’s Statistics program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Massachusetts | #2 of 4 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #2 of 8 |
| Best Value | Massachusetts | #2 of 4 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #2 of 8 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #24 of 118 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #45 of 116 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Massachusetts | #2 of 4 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #2 of 8 |
| Best Value | Massachusetts | #2 of 4 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #2 of 8 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #24 of 118 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #45 of 116 |
Earnings for Statistics Graduates from Harvard University
Students who complete Harvard University’s Statistics program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $78,193 |
| 2 years | $128,716 |
| 3 years | $240,408 |
| 5 years | $229,811 |
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the composition of Statistics graduates at Harvard University, broken down by degree level.
Looking at the program as a whole, Statistics graduates at Harvard University are 37% women (36) and 63% men (62).
Statistics Bachelor’s Program at Harvard University
Among the 65 bachelor’s statistics degrees awarded at Harvard University, 43% were women (28) and 57% were men (37).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Statistics bachelor’s degree recipients at Harvard University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 19 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 3 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Asian | 29 |
| Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 9 |
| Unknown | 2 |
Minority students account for 54% of Statistics bachelor’s degree recipients at Harvard University, higher than the national average of 38%.*
Statistics Master’s Program at Harvard University
Among the 27 master’s statistics degrees awarded at Harvard University, 22% were women (6) and 78% were men (21).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Statistics master’s degree recipients at Harvard University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 4 |
| Asian | 10 |
| International (Nonresident) | 13 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 37% of Statistics master’s degree recipients at Harvard University, higher than the national average of 18%.*
Statistics Doctoral Program at Harvard University
Among the 6 doctoral statistics graduates at Harvard University, 33% were women (2) and 67% were men (4).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Statistics doctoral degree recipients at Harvard University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| International (Nonresident) | 6 |
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Statistics Concentrations at Harvard University
This Statistics program at Harvard University includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Statistics | 98 |
Best-Paid Careers for Statistics Graduates
Students who finish Statistics program at Harvard University go on to a range of careers. Here are the highest-paying careers for Statistics majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Water Resource Specialists | $179,716 |
| Business Intelligence Analysts | $143,840 |
| Natural Sciences Managers | $132,227 |
| Statisticians | $130,349 |
| Biostatisticians | $121,594 |
| Clinical Research Coordinators | $110,931 |
| Survey Researchers | $108,538 |
| Data Scientists | $106,295 |
| Clinical Data Managers | $99,475 |
| Actuaries | $69,100 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
More about our data sources and methodologies.