How would research in technical but non-Statistics fields be looked at in MS applications?

[theduckster]

I did some research in computational neuroscience that used a decent amount of math but have no completed research in statistics.

Given that a lot of programs encourage applicants from outside of Statistics, how would such research experience be looked upon by admissions committees?

[Stat Assistant Professor]

It would probably be viewed as a minor positive point in your application. But the adcom's primary concern is that you can complete the coursework in their program, so your grades in math classes matter more.

Edited October 8, 2018 by Stat PhD Now Postdoc