What does the free consult actually involve?
A short call to understand your question, data, and deadline. You leave with a plan—a scoped proposal with methods, timeline, and a fixed quote—whether or not you end up hiring us.
Questions, answered
Frequently asked questions
What to expect before, during, and after a statistical consulting engagement with DASS.
How much does statistical consulting cost?
It depends on scope, so we don't publish a fixed price list. The free consult produces a quote for your specific project. For more context, read about how statistical consulting is typically priced.
How long does a project take?
It depends on the scope and your deadline. A realistic timeline is included in your scoped plan rather than based on a generic estimate. We reply to initial inquiries within one business day.
Is my data kept confidential?
Yes. Don't include sensitive or identifiable participant, patient, or student data in an initial inquiry. We establish secure file-transfer arrangements after engagement and a signed agreement.
Do you only work with academic researchers?
No. Academics and funded researchers are a core audience, but we also work with nonprofits and foundations, healthcare and clinical researchers, legal and public-policy teams, small businesses, and AI and technology companies.
What statistical software do you use?
Primarily R. Deliverables include reproducible code you keep. We also offer hands-on R workshops for teams that want to strengthen their internal capacity.
Can I hire you for just one part of a project?
Yes. A single power analysis, one round of analysis, a methods section, or a reviewer response are all normal engagements. You can also retain us as an ongoing methods partner.
I'm not sure what kind of help I need—is that okay?
Absolutely. That's what the free 30-minute consult is for. Bring the problem, not a finished plan, and we'll help clarify the next step.
Still have a question?
Tell us what you're working on and we'll help you identify the right next step.
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