UMN vs Purdue (Statistics)

[greenparker]

Hey Guys,

I got through UMN phd stats, and am waiting for Purdue to reply. In case Purdue does accept me, I would have a very tricky decision to make. I have no specific research area as yet, but I am not tending towards Machine Learning (strong for Purdue). I would like a good balance between applied and theoretical.

Personally, I am tending towards UMN. any suggestions.

Thanks,

P.S. I am half hoping i dont get through Purdue now!

[cyberwulf]

If applied stats for the biosciences is of interest to you, UMN has the advantage of having a highly-ranked Biostats department in addition to Stats.