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Best Schools for Statistics

Statistics graduates earn a median of $57,104 within two years of graduation, ranking #46 out of 292 tracked majors — 61% above the median across all fields. There are 37 colleges nationwide with tracked earnings for this major, producing 1,196 recent graduates.

Where you study matters: Harvard University graduates earn $128,716 while San Diego State University graduates earn $33,990 — a $94,726 difference. Factors like location, employer networks, co-op programs, and curriculum focus drive this gap.

Early career salary growth is modest: Statistics graduates see an average 5% increase between year 1 and year 2 post-graduation, reflecting career advancement and skill development in the first years after college.

37
Schools
$57,104
Avg. 2yr Earnings
#46
of 292 Majors
1,196
Graduates

Public vs Private: Statistics

Public (29 schools)
$50,788
avg. 2yr earnings
Private (8 schools)
$80,002
avg. 2yr earnings

Private schools produce $29,214 more in early earnings on average for Statistics graduates. Factor in tuition difference to calculate which offers better ROI.

Statistics by State

California
7 schools
$49,585
Connecticut
5 schools
$49,962
Illinois
3 schools
$63,903
Michigan
3 schools
$51,627
Florida
3 schools
$41,801
North Carolina
2 schools
$65,012
Virginia
2 schools
$51,866
Minnesota
2 schools
$53,188

Top Statistics Schools by Graduate Earnings

#1
H

Harvard University

Cambridge, MA · Private

$128,716
2yr Earnings
1yr: $78,193
Grads: 25
Acceptance: 3.5%
#2
C

Carnegie Mellon University

Pittsburgh, PA · Private

$88,506
2yr Earnings
1yr: $89,636
Grads: 52
Acceptance: 11.4%
#3
D

Duke University

Durham, NC · Private

$83,546
2yr Earnings
Acceptance: 6.8%
#4
R

Rice University

Houston, TX · Private

$79,450
2yr Earnings
Acceptance: 7.9%
#5
U

University of California-Berkeley

Berkeley, CA · Public

$69,338
2yr Earnings
1yr: $70,227
Grads: 65
Acceptance: 11.7%
#6
U

University of Chicago

Chicago, IL · Private

$68,499
2yr Earnings
Acceptance: 4.8%
#7
N

Northwestern University

Evanston, IL · Private

$64,990
2yr Earnings
1yr: $59,892
Grads: 19
Acceptance: 7.1%
#8
B

Brigham Young University

Provo, UT · Private

$64,791
2yr Earnings
1yr: $57,692
Grads: 53
Acceptance: 69.2%
#9
M

Miami University-Oxford

Oxford, OH · Public

$63,005
2yr Earnings
1yr: $53,040
Grads: 19
Acceptance: 82.1%
#10
U

University of Wisconsin-Madison

Madison, WI · Public

$63,005
2yr Earnings
Acceptance: 43.4%
#11
C

Columbia University in the City of New York

New York, NY · Private

$61,516
2yr Earnings
Acceptance: 4.2%
#12
U

University of Virginia-Main Campus

Charlottesville, VA · Public

$61,020
2yr Earnings
1yr: $57,205
Grads: 32
Acceptance: 16.9%
#13
U

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

Champaign, IL · Public

$58,221
2yr Earnings
1yr: $63,699
Grads: 70
Acceptance: 43.7%
#14
U

University of Northern Iowa

Cedar Falls, IA · Public

$57,318
2yr Earnings
Acceptance: 94.4%
#15
C

Central Michigan University

Mount Pleasant, MI · Public

$57,318
2yr Earnings
1yr: $47,464
Grads: 17
Acceptance: 91.0%
#16
U

University of Minnesota-Duluth

Duluth, MN · Public

$57,318
2yr Earnings
1yr: $34,767
Grads: 29
Acceptance: 81.8%
#17
C

California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo

San Luis Obispo, CA · Public

$55,512
2yr Earnings
1yr: $49,673
Grads: 24
Acceptance: 29.8%
#18
U

University of Michigan-Ann Arbor

Ann Arbor, MI · Public

$54,435
2yr Earnings
1yr: $60,804
Grads: 36
Acceptance: 17.9%
#19
P

Purdue University-Main Campus

West Lafayette, IN · Public

$53,358
2yr Earnings
1yr: $68,741
Grads: 38
Acceptance: 50.3%
#20
U

University of California-Los Angeles

Los Angeles, CA · Public

$52,524
2yr Earnings
1yr: $56,134
Grads: 67
Acceptance: 8.7%
#21
U

University of Connecticut

Storrs, CT · Public

$49,962
2yr Earnings
1yr: $48,001
Grads: 33
Acceptance: 53.9%
#22
U

University of Connecticut-Waterbury Campus

Waterbury, CT · Public

$49,962
2yr Earnings
1yr: $48,001
Grads: 33
Acceptance: 87.0%
#23
U

University of Connecticut-Avery Point

Groton, CT · Public

$49,962
2yr Earnings
1yr: $48,001
Grads: 33
Acceptance: 86.5%
#24
U

University of Connecticut-Stamford

Stamford, CT · Public

$49,962
2yr Earnings
1yr: $48,001
Grads: 33
Acceptance: 80.2%
#25
U

University of Connecticut-Hartford Campus

Hartford, CT · Public

$49,962
2yr Earnings
1yr: $48,001
Grads: 33
Acceptance: 86.5%
#26
U

University of Minnesota-Twin Cities

Minneapolis, MN · Public

$49,058
2yr Earnings
1yr: $47,509
Grads: 48
Acceptance: 77.0%
#27
U

University of Florida

Gainesville, FL · Public

$47,729
2yr Earnings
1yr: $49,309
Grads: 34
Acceptance: 24.0%
#28
U

University of California-Santa Barbara

Santa Barbara, CA · Public

$47,650
2yr Earnings
1yr: $46,652
Grads: 77
Acceptance: 27.8%
#29
U

University of California-Davis

Davis, CA · Public

$47,595
2yr Earnings
1yr: $47,204
Grads: 114
Acceptance: 41.6%
#30
N

North Carolina State University at Raleigh

Raleigh, NC · Public

$46,478
2yr Earnings
1yr: $52,455
Grads: 35
Acceptance: 39.9%
#31
U

University of Georgia

Athens, GA · Public

$44,170
2yr Earnings
1yr: $49,825
Grads: 29
Acceptance: 37.2%
#32
G

Grand Valley State University

Allendale, MI · Public

$43,128
2yr Earnings
1yr: $38,770
Grads: 39
Acceptance: 94.7%
#33
V

Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University

Blacksburg, VA · Public

$42,712
2yr Earnings
1yr: $40,729
Grads: 16
Acceptance: 57.0%
#34
C

California State University-Fullerton

Fullerton, CA · Public

$40,485
2yr Earnings
Acceptance: 86.7%
#35
U

University of South Florida

Tampa, FL · Public

$40,467
2yr Earnings
1yr: $46,573
Grads: 22
Acceptance: 41.0%
#36
F

Florida State University

Tallahassee, FL · Public

$37,208
2yr Earnings
1yr: $43,878
Grads: 42
Acceptance: 25.4%
#37
S

San Diego State University

San Diego, CA · Public

$33,990
2yr Earnings
1yr: $37,895
Grads: 29
Acceptance: 34.4%

Majors with Similar Earnings

Biomedical/Medical Engineering $57,684 Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions $57,452 Agricultural Engineering $57,241 Fire Protection $57,177 Engineering Physics $57,142 Human Computer Interaction $56,936

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best school for Statistics?
Harvard University ranks #1 for Statistics with median graduate earnings of $128,716 within two years. There are 37 schools nationwide offering this major with tracked earnings data.
How much do Statistics graduates earn?
Statistics graduates earn an average of $57,104 within two years of graduation. This is 61% above the median across all majors. Earnings range from $33,990 to $128,716 depending on the school.
How hard is it to get into a top Statistics program?
The average acceptance rate across Statistics programs is 45.1%. The most selective program is at Harvard University with a 3.5% acceptance rate. Competitive programs value strong math/analytical skills and relevant coursework.
Is a public or private school better for Statistics?
Private Statistics programs average $80,002 in early earnings vs $50,788 at public schools. Private schools lead in earnings, but cost significantly more — calculate net price before deciding.

Data updated June 2026. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings are median 2 years after graduation for bachelor's degree holders.

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