Statistics, Minor
School of Natural and Behavioral Sciences
Program Overview
By declaring a minor in statistics, you will obtain an understanding of the concepts of statistical inference and a familiarity with the methods of applied statistical analysis. Through the statistics minor, you can participate in statistical analysis in the business or engineering worlds. This minor especially complements majors in the social and natural sciences, and will greatly enhance your preparedness for graduate study in fields involving quantitative analysis.
Minor Details
The program information listed here reflects the approved curriculum for the 2025–26 academic year per the Brooklyn College Bulletin. Bulletins from past academic years can be found here.
Minor Requirements (12 Credits)
At least three courses (12 credits) from the following list of advanced electives in Mathematics: Mathematics 3202, 4501, 4506, 4511, 4701.
Prerequisite for entry to the minor: Mathematics 2101 and 2201 with a grade of C- or higher.
All courses offered to satisfy the requirements for a minor in statistics must be completed at Brooklyn College with a grade of C-or higher.
Statistics minors should check the bulletin to see which of these courses are sequenced together, and consult with department counselors for recommendations.