Master of Science [M.S] Survey Methodology
The Joint Program offers a Master of Science in Survey Methodology from the University of Maryland, with three areas of concentration:
- Statistical Science
- Social and Psychological Science
- Data Science
The statistical science area of concentration is designed for students who wish to specialize in areas such as sample design, estimation in complex samples, variance estimation, statistical measurement error models, and statistical adjustments for missing data.
The social science area of concentration is designed for students who wish to specialize in areas such as questionnaire design, design of interviewing systems, computer assistance in data collection, effects of mode of data collection, cognitive psychological insights into survey measurement, and efforts to reduce various nonsampling errors in data collection.
The data science area of concentration is designed for students who wish to specialize in the more computational aspects of survey methodology and research involving "big data," including data visualization, management and analysis of large and messy data sets, human-computer interaction in survey research, and machine learning algorithms.
Tution & Application Fees
| Year | Year 1 | Year 2 |
| Tuition Fees | $17693 | $17693 |
| Total Fees | $17693 | $17693 |
Examinations
| Exam Type | Exam Name | Score | Out of Score | Exam Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TOEFL | Test of English as a Foreign Language | 80 | 120 | 3 |
| IELTS | International English Language Testing System | 7 | 9 | 3 |
| GRE | Graduate Record Examination | 320 | 340 | 2 |
| PTE | Pearson Test of English | 68 | 90 | 3 |
Academic Eligibility:
- Students should have completed Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university (or equivalent from a foreign institution).
- Students require at least a 3.0 G.P.A. (on a 4.0 scale) in this program.
Language Requirments:
Indian Student Eligibility:
Indian students are eligible to apply if they meet one of the following eligibility criteria:
- Students must complete a 4-year undergraduate degree with first class in a relevant field from a recognized institution
- Or, students completed a master's degree with first-class in a relevant field from a recognized institution.