Dr. Erol Akbas

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Prior to joining Penn State Harrisburg, Erol Akbas was a Principal Senior Lecturer in the Department of Mathematics and Statistics at Georgia State University. He has extensive experience in teaching and research within the field of mathematics, particularly focusing on statistics and mathematics education. His academic journey includes a Ph.D. from the University of Illinois at Chicago, where he developed a strong foundation in statistical analysis and education methodologies. Akbas is well-versed in various mathematical concepts and has contributed to the field through both instruction and research.

Research Interests

Statistics Mathematics Education Survival Analysis Machine Learning

Requirements for Penn State Harrisburg

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
GMAT
Total Score
Required:500
Writing
Required:4
Overall
Required:500
GRE General
Verbal
Required:150
Quantitative
Required:150
Analytical Writing
Required:4
Overall
Required:4
TOEFL
Listening
Required:19
Reading
Required:19
Writing
Required:19
Speaking
Required:19
Total
Required:80
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:6.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution Demonstrated competence in Analytic skills (Math course or exam) Computer skills proficiency (MIS 204 or equivalent) Communication skills proficiency (AWA score of 4.0 or higher)
Application Checklist
  • Graduate School Application
  • Application Fee
  • Official Transcripts
  • GMAT/GRE scores
  • Letters of recommendation (optional)
  • Resume
  • Statement of Purpose
Specialization Notes

Department: Department of Information Systems. Program: M.S. in Information Systems. GRE/GMAT waiver available for GPA 3.5+ from US schools.