Master's Program ways to increase my chances of getting in?

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A senior undergraduate at the University of Michigan-Dearborn, majoring in math with a minor in applied statistics, is exploring graduate school options, particularly the Applied Statistics program at the University of Michigan-Ann Arbor. With a GPA of 3.5 and plans to take the GRE soon, the student seeks advice on improving acceptance chances and determining an appropriate GRE score. Responses indicate that being a Michigan resident may enhance admission prospects, with anecdotal evidence suggesting that a GPA around 3.5 can be sufficient for acceptance, especially into a master's program. The importance of undergraduate research is highlighted, though it is noted that competitive programs like statistics may have higher admission standards compared to engineering. Overall, achieving a high GRE score is emphasized as crucial for strengthening the application.
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I'm a senior undergrad at the University of Michigan- Dearborn. I am a math major with a minor in applied statistics. Now that I'm near graduation (Fall 2013), I am considering my grad school options. I really want to get into the University Of Michigan's (Ann Arbor) Applied Statistics program for my Masters, but I am not sure how likely it is that I will be accepted. My GPA isn't very high, it's 3.5 and I haven't taken my GRE yet, but plan to take it soon.
What are ways I can increase my chances of getting accepted? I've heard people talk about research, can I do that if my school doesn't have a Stats major (only a minor)?
Also, what score should I aim for on the GRE?

Thanks.
 
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SMA_01 said:
Also, what score should I aim for on the GRE?

As high as you can. There are no prizes for being the last student admitted.
 
Are you a Michigan resident? If so, your chance of admission is quite high. I got into Michigan's masters in EE program with a 3.45 and a very low GRE score.
 
Physics_UG said:
Are you a Michigan resident? If so, your chance of admission is quite high. I got into Michigan's masters in EE program with a 3.45 and a very low GRE score.

Really? Yes, I am. I was reading information on their Applied Statistics program and was feeling very discouraged. Did you do any undergrad research?
 
SMA_01 said:
Really? Yes, I am. I was reading information on their Applied Statistics program and was feeling very discouraged. Did you do any undergrad research?

I did do undergrad research. No publications though. I applied for the PhD program but only got into the MS program. I ended up going to a different school.

Stats might be more competitive than EE though.
 
Also, usually PhD programs are much more competitive than MS programs.
 

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