Dr. Michelle Wang

Associate Professor

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Biography

Michelle Y. Wang is an Associate Professor in the Department of Statistics at Illinois University. She holds a Ph.D. from Yale University and specializes in the application of statistical and mathematical methods in various domains, including psychology and the social sciences. Her research interests extend to biostatistics, quantitative biology, and quantitative methods, focusing on statistical/mathematical methods, machine learning, data mining, and signal imaging processing. In addition to teaching courses related to applied statistics and probability, she is engaged in research on precision medicine and cognitive sciences. Wang’s work emphasizes the integration of computational techniques with traditional statistical methods to advance knowledge in cognitive psychology.

Research Interests

Courses

Covariance Structure Factor Models Methods in Applied Statistics Applied Regression Design Image Neuroimage Analysis Probability Image Processing Matlab Introduction Statistics Signals Systems

Requirements for University of Illinois

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:7
Reading
Required:7
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:17
Reading
Required:19
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:103
GRE General
Prerequisites
Mathematical background Linear Algebra Calculus
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Unofficial transcripts
  • 3 Letters of Recommendation
  • Academic Statement of Purpose
  • Resume/CV
Specialization Notes

GRE is optional for admission to all graduate programs in Statistics. Full status admission requires higher language scores than limited status.