Statistics (MAT 261E)
Statistics (MAT 261E) is an introductory course to descriptive and interferential statistical principles. You’ll learn summary statistics, regression, normal distribution, hypothesis testing and estimation of parameters. This self-paced course will prepare you to pursue degrees in numerous healthcare disciplines, including pharmacy, nursing, occupational therapy, pre-medicine, physical therapy, physician assistant studies, and acupuncture.
This course does not have any prerequisites.
Course Format
Statistics (MAT 261E) is a 3-credit online, asynchronous, self-paced course. This course does not have specific meeting times or deadlines. You will complete your assignments on your schedule over 16 weeks using Blackboard, an online learning platform. You will also have the support of an instructor, as well as 24/7 online tutoring as you progress through the coursework. After completing this course, you will receive a final letter grade and be able to request an official transcript from our Registrar’s Office.
Course Cost
Courses run at a rate of $500 per credit hour. The School of Professional Studies offers reduced tuition options to new MCPHS students.
Students who have not previously taken coursework at MCPHS are eligible to receive a 50% reduction in the cost of tuition for one course. Please complete the discount code form to receive the discount code.
Degree applicants who have been admitted to a degree program and paid their enrollment deposit are eligible to receive a 50% reduction in the cost of tuition for any prerequisite course that the Admission Office has indicated must be completed before starting the degree program. Please contact the Admission Office at 617.879.5964 (Boston), 508.373.5607 (Worcester), or 603.314.1701 (Manchester) for more information.
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Accreditation
MCPHS is accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE).
We suggest that students purchase their course materials after registering and gaining access to their course. Detailed instructions will then be provided.
This course requires the following textbook:
Elementary Statistics (13th Edition) by M.F. Triola.
Students can receive a full tuition refund if they drop a course within five business days of registering. Course changes will also be allowed during this five-day window.
After the five-day window closes (and up until the course's completion date), students may choose to withdraw from the course without a refund. This would result in a "W" on their student record.
Students should use a computer to interact with the course content rather than a mobile device, iPad, or Tablet. Please confirm you have the minimum computer specifications by reviewing the technology requirements for MCPHS before registering for your course.
It is the student’s responsibility to ensure they have all the required resources needed to access the course material and software.
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"This course was a transformative experience and will have a lasting impact on my academic and professional journey. I gained an appreciation for statistics and its relevance to many fields and everyday decision-making. The flexibility of the self-paced course and interactive virtual labs and exercises were critical in mastering the subject matter."
Muhammad Ibaad Faisal | Statistics