ALL MA Program students are required to complete two RUs to graduate. 

Part-time allows for QR (Quarter Residence Unit) or HR (Half Residence Unit).  

Half Residence Unit (HR) – Three courses maximum

Quarter Residence Unit (QR) – Two courses maximum

To find the call number for the kind of residence unit you want, look in the Columbia Course Directory under Richard Slusarczyk – (Assc. Dean-Academic Affairs, GSAS) who will be listed as the “instructor” for GSAS residence units.  Choose the correct unit and semester. 

• The number of classes taken must be approved by the Faculty Adviser. 
• A part-time student must complete the program within four years. 
• Part-time students usually take two courses per semester.
• You must be registered each semester or request a Leave of Absence. 

Possible Part-time Schedule – Numerous other variations are possible.  It is recommended to consult with your faculty adviser to find the best schedule for your qualifications. 

• Semester 1
  • GR 5203 Probability (3 points):  First half of the semester.
  • GR 5204 Inference (3 points):  Second half of the semester.
• Semester 2
  • GR 5205 Linear Regression (3 points)
  • GR 5206 Statistical Computing & Introduction to Data Science (3 points)
• Semesters 3 and 4
  • Two approved electives each semester
• Final Semester  
  • GR5291 Advanced Data Analysis (3 points)
    
  • GR 5242 Advanced Machine Learning (3 points)
    • GR 5242 is offered in the Fall Term only
    • GR 5241 is the prerequisite for 5242 & is offered in the Spring & Summer Terms only

Part-time students must also complete a total of 2 RUs to graduate.