Survey and Data Science (online) (MPDS)
Graduate Degree Program
College: Behavioral and Social Sciences
Abstract
The Joint Program in Survey Methodology (JPSM) blends together faculty with diverse disciplinary backgrounds all devoted to teaching state-of-the-art practices in the statistical and methodological aspects of surveys and data. The program's faculty primarily come from the University of Maryland, University of Michigan and Westat, supplemented by instructors from a number of federal statistical agencies. Many of these faculty are leading researchers and statisticians in the field of survey methodology, thereby providing an unparalleled educational experience to the students. JPSM's offerings include onsite PhD and Master’s degrees as well as online Certificates and a Professional Master's degree.
Contact
Jody Williams
Joint Program in Survey Methodology
1218S LeFrank Hall
7251 Preinkert Drive
University of Maryland
College Park, MD 20742
Telephone: 301.314.7911
Email: jodywill@umd.edu
Website: https://jpsm.umd.edu
Courses: SURV
Relationships: Intermediate Survey Methodology (Z011) Survey Methodology (SURV) Survey Statistics (Z010)
General Requirements
- Statement of Purpose: Complete a one-page essay describing relevant work experience, interest in survey and/or data science, and expected benefits of enrolling in this degree program. (Uploaded to the Statement of Purpose in the application.)
- Transcript(s): Should show previous coursework or knowledge in mathematical/applied statistics demonstrated by completion of 6 credits of applied statistical methods courses covering content from probability theory through basic regression techniques (including both OLS and logistic regression)
- TOEFL/IELTS/PTE (international graduate students)
Program-Specific Requirements
- CV/Resume
- Supplementary Application (contact dept. for details)
- Supplementary Application Two: Prerequisites
- Description of Research/Work Experience (optional)
*Visa Eligibility: This program is not eligible for I-20 or DS-2019 issuance by the University of Maryland.
Applicants must have earned a four-year baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited U.S. institution, or an equivalent degree from a non-U.S. institution. Applicants must have earned a 3.0 GPA (on a 4.0 scale) in all prior undergraduate and graduate coursework.
Application Deadlines
| Type of Applicant | Fall Deadline | Spring Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Domestic Applicants | ||
| US Citizens and Permanent Residents | August 15, 2025 | January 10, 2025 |
| International Applicants | ||
| F (student) or J (exchange visitor) visas; A,E,G,H,I and L visas and immigrants | August 15, 2025 | January 10, 2025 |
RESOURCES AND LINKS:
Program Website: http://jointprogram.umd.edu/
Application Process: www.gradschool.umd.edu/admissions
Training will be provided by permanent and adjunct faculty in the University of Maryland's Joint Program in Survey Methodology. Online lectures will be conducted via accessible video conference systems and Webinar tools.
Students will be instructed that to fully participate, they will need to purchase a webcam and headset with a microphone, and have a reliable computer and Internet access. Recorded lectures will be posted online at announced times and will be available online at any time thereafter during the course. Weekly discussions or help sessions will be held at scheduled, fixed times once per week.
As officially admitted students to the University of Maryland, students in this program will have access to all University resources that are accessible in the online environment. Students in online programs are assessed an online student services mandatory fee which supports access to these University resources.
| Last Name | First/Middle Name | Graduate Faculty Status | Academic Credentials | Positions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abraham | Katharine | Full Member | B.S., Iowa State, 1976; Ph.D., Harvard University, 1982. | Professor Professor, Survey and Data Science (online) Professor, Survey Methodology Professor, Survey Statistics |
| Conrad | Frederick G. | Full Member | B.A., Hampshire College, 1978; Ph.D., University of Chicago, 1986 | Research Professor Research Professor, Survey and Data Science (online) Research Professor, Survey Methodology |
| Couper | Mick P. | Full Member | B.Soc.Sc., Univerity of Cape Town, 1978; M.A., University of Michigan, 1989; Ph.D., Rhodes University, 1990. | Research Professor, Survey and Data Science (online) Research Professor, Survey Methodology |
| Elliott | Michael | Full Member | B.S., Mathematics, University of Chicago 1985); M.S., Biostatistics, University of Michigan 1997); Ph.D., Biostatistics, University of Michigan 1999 | Associate Research Professor, Survey and Data Science (online) Associate Research Professor, Survey Methodology Associate Research Professor, Survey Statistics |
| Kreuter | Frauke | Full Member | Ph.D. University of Konstanz 2001) | Professor Professor, Survey and Data Science (online) Professor, Survey Methodology |
| Lahiri | Partha | Full Member | Ph.D, University of Florida, 1986. | Professor Professor, Applied Mathematics & Statistics, and Scientific Computation Professor, Mathematical Statistics Professor, Survey and Data Science (online) Professor, Survey Methodology Professor, Survey Statistics |
| Lepkowski | James M. | Full Member | B.A., Illinois State University, 1970; M.P.H., University of Michigan, 1976; Ph.D., University of Michigan, 1980 | Research Professor, Survey and Data Science (online) |
| Li | Yan | Full Member | B.S. Computer Science, Beijing Institute of Technology, 1997; M.S. Statistics, University of Nebraska at Lincoln, 2002; Ph.D. Survey Statistics, University of Maryland College Park, 2006. | Professor, Applied Mathematics & Statistics, and Scientific Computation Associate Professor Associate Professor, Survey and Data Science (online) Associate Professor, Survey Methodology Associate Professor, Survey Statistics |
| Presser | Stanley | Full Member | A.B., Brown University, 1971; Ph.D., University of Michigan-Ann Arbor, 1977. | Assistant Director, Survey Methodology Distinguished University Professor, Sociology Distinguished University Professor, Survey and Data Science (online) |
| Sinibaldi | Jennifer | Adjunct Member | Assistant Research Professor, Survey and Data Science (online) | |
| Valliant | Richard L. | Full Member | B.S., University of Arkansas, 1972; M.S., Cornell University, 1975; Ph.D., Johns Hopkins University, 1983. | Research Professor, Applied Mathematics & Statistics, and Scientific Computation Research Professor Emeritus Research Professor Emeritus, Survey and Data Science (online) Research Professor Emeritus, Survey Statistics |
| West | Brady | Full Member | Assistant Research Professor, Survey and Data Science (online) Assistant Research Professor, Survey Methodology |