統(tǒng)計(jì)論文為統(tǒng)計(jì)方法的介紹和批判性評(píng)價(jià)提供了一個(gè)論壇。特別是，該雜志鼓勵(lì)討論方法基礎(chǔ)以及潛在的應(yīng)用。該雜志強(qiáng)調(diào)統(tǒng)計(jì)方法具有廣泛的應(yīng)用;但是，它確實(shí)特別注意與經(jīng)濟(jì)和社會(huì)科學(xué)有關(guān)的統(tǒng)計(jì)方法。除了原始的研究論文，讀者還可以找到調(diào)查文章、簡(jiǎn)短的筆記、統(tǒng)計(jì)軟件報(bào)告、問題部分和書評(píng)。

Statistical Papers provides a forum for the presentation and critical assessment of statistical methods. In particular, the journal encourages the discussion of methodological foundations as well as potential applications.This journal stresses statistical methods that have broad applications; however, it does give special attention to statistical methods that are relevant to the economic and social sciences. In addition to original research papers, readers will find survey articles, short notes, reports on statistical software, problem section, and book reviews.