Best Statistics Schools in Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania has 4 colleges offering Statistics programs tracked by the College Scorecard, producing 148 recent graduates. Graduates in Pennsylvania earn $64,438 on average within two years — 13% above the national average of $57,052, making the state one of the stronger markets for this field.

School choice matters significantly: Carnegie Mellon University graduates earn $88,506 while Pennsylvania State University-World Campus graduates earn $56,415 — a $32,091 gap. Research each program's curriculum, employer connections, and career services before deciding.

Schools in PA

$64,438

PA Avg. Earnings

$57,052

National Avg.

Schools Nationally

Public vs Private: Statistics in Pennsylvania

Public Schools (3)

$56,415

avg. 2yr earnings

Private Schools (1)

$88,506

avg. 2yr earnings

Private schools produce $32,091 more in early earnings on average, but typically cost more. Compare net price to determine which offers better ROI.

Statistics Schools in Pennsylvania, Ranked by Earnings

Carnegie Mellon University

Pittsburgh, PA · Private

$88,506

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $89,636

Graduates: 52

Acceptance: 11.4%

Pennsylvania State University-Main Campus

University Park, PA · Public

$56,415

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $55,709

Graduates: 32

Acceptance: 54.2%

Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Harrisburg

Middletown, PA · Public

$56,415

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $55,709

Graduates: 32

Acceptance: 96.4%

Pennsylvania State University-World Campus

University Park, PA · Public

$56,415

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $55,709

Graduates: 32

Acceptance: 80.3%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best school for Statistics in Pennsylvania?

Carnegie Mellon University ranks #1 for Statistics in Pennsylvania with median graduate earnings of $88,506 within two years of graduation. There are 4 schools offering Statistics programs in the state.

How much do Statistics graduates earn in Pennsylvania?

Statistics graduates in Pennsylvania earn an average of $64,438 within two years of graduation. This is 13% above the national average of $57,052 for this major.

What is the hardest Statistics school to get into in Pennsylvania?

Carnegie Mellon University is the most selective Statistics program in Pennsylvania with an acceptance rate of 11.4%. The average acceptance rate across Statistics programs in the state is 60.6%.

Should I attend a public or private school for Statistics in Pennsylvania?

In Pennsylvania, private Statistics programs produce average earnings of $88,506 vs $56,415 at public schools. However, public schools typically cost less — consider net price relative to earnings when calculating ROI. There are 3 public and 1 private options in the state.

Other Popular Majors in Pennsylvania

Computer Science $73,789 Chemical Engineering $71,780 Business/Managerial Economics $71,719 Computer Engineering $71,107 Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management $67,419 Architectural Engineering $66,081 Computer and Information Sciences, General $64,679 Biomedical/Medical Engineering $64,105

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Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study file last updated June 2026. Institution-level figures elsewhere on the site come from the June 2026 release.