Master of Science in Data Science

The master's degree program in data science prepares you for leadership positions in data analytics, information management, and knowledge engineering. It is jointly offered by the departments of Computer Science in Engineering and Mathematics in Arts & Sciences. With a master's degree in data science, you will: develop skills in computer programming, statistics, data mining, machine learning, data analysis, and visualization be prepared to solve challenging problems involving large, diverse data sets from different application domains You will explore the rapidly emerging fields of data analytics and discovery informaticswhich integrates mathematics and computer science for the quantification and manipulation of information from a cognate area of application (such as science, engineering, business, sociology, healthcare, planning).
The program is designed for:
professionals and organizational leaders who want to take on greater IT responsibilities
individuals who aspire to careers using computer information science to support decision-making
students who want to learn technological and analysis tools used by leading science, engineering, business, academic, government, and social organizations

The MS in Data Science is designed for individuals with career backgrounds or undergraduate degrees in business, engineering, computer science, physical/life/social sciences, mathematics, the liberal arts, and education who want to enhance their data analytics and information science skills and credentials.

We require a minimum score of 72 IBT on the TOEFL or BAND 6.0 on the IELTS for entrance to any program and a minimum score of 79 IBT on the TOEFL or BAND 6.5 on the IELTS for consideration for a teaching assistantship.

The application deadline for fall term is March 15 and spring term is Jan 17.