UPI Study Colleges Thomas Edison State University Principles of Statistics
Thomas Edison State University Transfer Credit · Statistics 101

ECO-2700 – Business & Economic Statistics at TESU.

Earn this Thomas Edison State University equivalency through UPI Study's Principles of Statistics — 3 ACE & NCCRS Approved credits, fully online, self-paced.

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🎓3 College Credits ACE & NCCRS Approved ⏱️Self-paced · 28–30 days avg.
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Principles of Statistics — transfers as ECO-2700 – Business & Economic Statistics at Thomas Edison State University
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Principles of Statistics
Statistics 101 · 3 ACE & NCCRS Approved credits
Transfers as
Thomas Edison State University recognizes as
ECO-2700 – Business & Economic Statistics
3 transcript credits · Internal ref: ECO-2700
MSCHE accredited · Transcript sent directly to Thomas Edison State University
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🎓 Credit
3 cr
Transferable to TESU
⏱️ Speed
28–30
Days average to complete
Pass rate
97%
Student completion rate
What you'll learn

A full semester of principles of statistics, at your own pace.

🎯Learning outcomes
  • Master key statistical concepts, including descriptive and inferential statistics, probability distributions, measures of central tendency, and dispersion, while differentiating between data types for appropriate statistical treatments
  • Analyze, interpret, and visualize business data using statistical software like Excel, performing accurate and efficient calculations for data manipulation and graph/chart creation
  • Apply statistical methods to real-world business scenarios, using data-driven insights to inform and optimize business strategies, operational efficiencies, and market research; critically assess the quality and reliability of data sources, identify potential biases in statistical analysis, and understand their impact on business decision-making; present statistical findings clearly and concisely, suitable for various audiences, including writing reports and giving presentations to effectively communicate statistical analyses; and hone problem-solving abilities using statistical methods to address complex business challenges, focusing on developing logical and analytical thinking for data-driven problem-solving.
📚Major topics covered
Statistical studies & experimental design Data types & sampling methods Exploratory data analysis & graphs Measures of central tendency & dispersion Probability concepts & calculations Discrete & continuous probability distributions Binomial, Poisson & hypergeometric distributions Normal distribution & z-scores Central limit theorem & sampling distributions Confidence intervals & sample size Hypothesis testing concepts & p-values Two-population comparisons & t-tests Chi-square distribution & tests Linear regression & correlation ANOVA & F-distribution Non-parametric statistical tests
Grading: 20% Quizzes · 30% Assignments · 50% Final Exam
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Watch lessons, take quizzes, and pass the proctored final — fully online, on your schedule. Most students finish in 28–30 days.

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UPI Study sends your official transcript directly to Thomas Edison State University's registrar. TESU applies the equivalency: ECO-2700 – Business & Economic Statistics.

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Tuition saved vs TESU per-credit rate
$1,170
Credits transferred
30
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15

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Frequently asked questions

Everything about Principles of Statistics → TESU.

📚 About Principles of Statistics
What is Principles of Statistics?
Principles of Statistics is a college-level STEM course building quantitative and analytical skills. It is Statistics 101 — worth 3 credit hours, carrying ACE and NCCRS recommendations from ACE & NCCRS.
Is this course difficult?
The course is designed to be challenging but accessible. It is self-paced, so you can take the time you need on more difficult concepts. Most students complete it in 28–30 days with consistent effort.
Is this course self-paced?
Yes. The course is fully self-paced with no deadlines or fixed class times. Most students complete it in 28–30 days, but you can move faster or slower depending on your schedule.
How many college credits is this course worth?
This course carries ACE and NCCRS recommendations for 3 semester credit hours. UPI Study courses follow the same evaluation standard used across thousands of colleges and universities.
Are there exams? How is grading done?
Yes — the course includes quizzes, assignments, and a final exam. Your grade is equally weighted: 20% Quizzes · 30% Assignments · 50% Final Exam.
How do I check if my university accepts UPI Study credits?
Check our Find My College directory . If your university recognizes ACE & NCCRS credit recommendations, UPI Study courses qualify. You can also book a free call with our team.
How does UPI Study compare to a traditional university course?
A traditional university course in this subject typically costs $500–$1,500+ per credit hour and requires fixed schedules, campus attendance, and semester timelines. UPI Study covers the same ACE & NCCRS-recommended content at $250 total , with no deadlines and no campus requirement.
Can international students take this course?
Yes. UPI Study courses carry ACE and NCCRS recommendations — recognized by cooperating institutions in the U.S., Canada, the UK, and other countries. Students have submitted credits across 26+ countries.
🎯 About ECO-2700 – Business & Economic Statistics at TESU
Does Thomas Edison State University accept Principles of Statistics as a direct equivalent to their ECO-2700 – Business & Economic Statistics?
Yes. Under the formal Articulation Agreement between UPI Study and Thomas Edison State University, UPI Study's Principles of Statistics is recognized as a direct named equivalent of TESU's ECO-2700 – Business & Economic Statistics — not just elective or GE bucket credit. This is the strongest form of transfer recognition.
Will this transfer with full named-course credit, or just as elective?
Full named-course credit. The MOU specifically lists Principles of Statistics as transferring as ECO-2700 – Business & Economic Statistics — meaning it satisfies that specific course requirement on your TESU transcript, not a generic elective slot.
What if I've already taken ECO-2700 – Business & Economic Statistics at TESU or elsewhere?
If you've already received credit for ECO-2700 – Business & Economic Statistics, TESU typically applies UPI Study's Principles of Statistics as elective credit instead (at the registrar's discretion). Check with your TESU advisor before enrolling to confirm placement.
How does this compare to taking ECO-2700 – Business & Economic Statistics directly at TESU?
The credit value is identical: 3 credits toward your TESU degree. UPI Study's course is self-paced and online ($89/month or $250 one-time), while TESU's subscription is $39/month — but UPI Study lets you finish faster and start without TESU enrollment. Many students complete UPI Study courses BEFORE enrolling at TESU to reduce overall program time.
Does Thomas Edison State University ever change which courses they accept as ECO-2700 – Business & Economic Statistics?
Equivalencies are reviewed periodically. The current Articulation Agreement between UPI Study and Thomas Edison State University explicitly lists Principles of Statistics → ECO-2700 – Business & Economic Statistics. We update this page whenever the MOU changes. If you've already completed the course and earned an NCCRS-recommended transcript, your credit recognition is generally honored even if future versions of the MOU change.
🔄 About transferring to TESU
How many UPI Study courses can I stack toward my TESU degree?
Thomas Edison State University accepts up to 75% of degree credit requirements as transfer credit — up to 90 credits for the bachelor's degree. 50 UPI Study courses are recognized by TESU under the Articulation Agreement, so you can stack a substantial portion of your degree before enrolling at TESU.
Do I need to enroll at TESU first?
No. You can take UPI Study courses with no TESU enrollment, no application, and no admission process. Take the course, earn the credit, then submit your transcript to TESU when you're ready.
How does the transcript reach TESU?
Once you complete Principles of Statistics, UPI Study sends an official transcript in PDF format directly to the email address designated by Thomas Edison State University. TESU's registrar applies the agreed equivalency (ECO-2700 – Business & Economic Statistics) to your transcript. No third-party services are involved.
About this course

Understanding Principles of Statistics for your TESU credit.

What is Principles of Statistics?

Principles of Statistics is an introduction to how people collect, summarize, and interpret data. It covers the basic ideas behind surveys and experiments, how to read graphs and tables, and how to use probability to make sense of uncertainty. Students also learn how to work with common distributions, confidence intervals, and sample sizes.

How the course teaches you

Principles of Statistics is delivered as a self-paced online course with video lessons, quizzes, assignments, and a final exam weighted at 20% Quizzes, 30% Assignments, and 50% Final Exam. When you finish, the transcript credit is issued in a form that Thomas Edison State University recognizes as ECO-2700 – Business & Economic Statistics, a named course equivalency in the TESU catalog.

How it helps beyond the classroom

At TESU, ECO-2700 – Business & Economic Statistics can support degree progress in programs such as the Associate of Arts and Bachelor of Arts. The statistics skills in this course help with reading data, judging uncertainty, and making decisions from evidence, which can be useful in both academic work and everyday problem-solving.

Skills you walk away with

Identify data types and choose appropriate statistical methodsSummarize data with measures of center and spreadCreate and interpret graphs for exploratory data analysisWork with probability rules and common distributionsUse normal distribution and z-scoresInterpret confidence intervals and estimate sample sizeAnalyze data in Excel and present results clearly

Taking this course toward TESU

After you complete the course, your transcript is sent for transfer review and TESU applies the credit as ECO-2700 – Business & Economic Statistics. That named recognition matters because it places the course directly into the TESU catalog as a specific course match, which is stronger than a general elective-only outcome. For students building a degree at Thomas Edison State University, this can help move a plan forward within TESU’s transfer ceiling of up to 90 credits, or 75% of the degree. TESU’s flexible transfer policy also accepts ACE and NCCRS credit recommendations, which is part of why this equivalency is useful in TESU degree planning.

Who this course is for

This course is a practical choice for students who want a clear transfer outcome at Thomas Edison State University and need credit that maps to ECO-2700 – Business & Economic Statistics. It can fit students working toward TESU programs like the Associate of Arts or Bachelor of Arts, especially if they are planning around TESU’s 90-credit transfer limit. It is not the best fit for someone who needs a different TESU course area or who is not aiming to use the named equivalency in a TESU degree plan.

Verified transfer details

What it means to transfer to TESU.

Thomas Edison State University has one of the most flexible transfer policies in the country and accepts ACE & NCCRS credit recommendations. With a four-year institution's credits, you can fulfill all degree requirements except two required TESU courses.

What TESU offers UPI students
Accepts ACE & NCCRS credit recommendations
Fulfill all but 2 required TESU courses
No minimum GPA requirement
Built for adult & working learners
The numbers
90 credits
Max from noncollegiate sources (ACE/NCCRS)
100+
Areas of study to choose from

Transfer credits are never guaranteed. Final credit awards are determined solely by the receiving university's registrar.

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