Bachelor of Science in Statistics (formerly known as Bachelor of Science in Applied Statistics) is a four-year program emphasizing statistics as both a science in and of itself, with major uses in biology, medicine, sociology, chemistry, agriculture, education, engineering, economics, psychology, and other fields. Statistics is a practical discipline that teaches us how to deal with real-world problems. Statistics provides scientists with some of the most useful techniques for evaluating ideas, testing theories, and discovering the truth. The program is designed to prepare a BS Statistics graduate for a career in business or government, as well as graduate studies in statistics and related fields.