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Rice University, Master, Statistics

 United States

Entry requirements

All Graduate applicants will be asked to provide Graduate Record Examination (GRE) scores (quantitative, verbal, and analytical). In general, applicants should have at least a 3.00 (B) grade point average, or the equivalent, in undergraduate work. TOEFL scores if the applicant's native language is not English (a TOEFL score of 600 or higher on the paper test or 90 or higher on the iBT version is required for admission to Rice), or IELTS score in lieu of TOEFL (an IELTS score of 7 or greater is required). Prerequisites Single and multivariable calculus Linear or matrix algebra Probability and Statistics (Calculus-based) Demonstrated knowledge of a high-level programming language, e.g. C/C++/C#, JAVA, Fortran, Matlab, R/S+, Python, etc. You should not apply if you have not satisfied these prerequisites. However, you may apply if you are currently taking these courses, or plan to complete these requirements prior to your admission. Preparatory classes are offered in the summers

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Location

Houston has two airports: William P. Hobby (HOU), 11 miles to the south of campus and George Bush Intercontinental (IAH), 24 miles to the north. Intercontinental is a hub of global travel. Hobby is a hub for regional, domestic travel. Together they offer 1,000 flights a day in and out of Houston.


Most major rental car companies have locations at both airports. SuperShuttle and taxis provide ground transportation services from both airports.


The Metropolitan Transit Authority of Harris County, (METRO) provides bus and rail service from destinations around Houston. There is a METRORail stop across the street from the main entrance of the Rice campus. The rail line travels up and down Main Street, serving downtown, the Texas Medical Center and Reliant Park.