Admissions

Admissions Criteria

We believe our program offers an exciting and challenging educational experience which cuts across traditional disciplinary boundaries. After satisfying preliminary program requirements, students may design a program which integrates the mathematical, statistical, and decision sciences and apply these skills to the analysis of ecological or resource management systems.

Academic Background

Applicants should have a background in probability and mathematical statistics, linear algebra, and differential equations. Students entering the program with little or no statistical background are advised to take additional coursework during their first year of study for preparation in this area.

It is assumed that applicants have successfully completed the following coursework (or equivalent) prior to applying to the QERM program:

MATH 126	Calculus with Analytic Geometry III
MATH 308	Matrix Algebra with Applications

Background in the following coursework (or equivalent) is strongly recommended:

MATH 394 & 395	Probability I & II
STAT 341 & 342	Introduction to Probability and Statistics Inference I & II
--or--
STAT 481	Introduction to Mathematical Statistics

For a complete summary of application requirements refer to the Application Procedure section.

The following information is taken into consideration during the application review process:

1. Minimum grade point average of 3.00 in last 60 semester or last 90 quarter credits.

2. Entering students have generally completed college-level courses in probability and mathematical statistics, linear algebra, and differential equations. Students entering the program with little or no statistical background are advised to take additional coursework during their first year of study for preparation in this area.

3. Scores on the Graduate Record Examination (GRE). Competitive applicants generally score above the 75th percentile on the verbal and analytic sections, and above the 85th percentile in the quantitative section.

4. Minimum TOEFL score of 580 (237 for computer based tests - for international students only).

5. Evidence of knowledge of the intended area of study including clearly written statement of objectives.

6. Recommendation from persons who are familiar with the applicant's academic ability and potential.

7. Admission also depends upon program resources and fit between student interests and faculty research. It is recommended that you explore the faculty research interests to determine that your area of research interest is being conducted at the University of Washington.