Data Science

MSMaster's

Students and faculty collaborating on hands-on research projects.

Whether your background is in Computer Science or another technical field, this STEM-Designated program will equip you to meet the rising need for data professionals. You’ll learn how to work with complex, large datasets using computational and analytical methods, while exploring real-world applications across domains like health care, science, education, and social media.

You’ll gain hands-on experience with the tools, techniques, and theory behind data mining, machine learning, and predictive modeling. The program also provides research opportunities, allowing you to deepen your experience extracting insights and solving problems using big data.

As organizations across industries prioritize data-informed decision making, your skills will be in high demand. This program prepares you for careers at the forefront of today’s data-driven work. See the curriculum.

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Admission Requirements

  • Equivalent of a U.S. bachelor’s degree.
  • Applicants with non-U.S. degrees: Please visit the international applicants page to review U.S. degree equivalency information.
  • Students should have completed a minimum of 15 undergraduate credits in Computer Science including foundational courses in computer programming, data structures and algorithms, computer organization and discrete mathematics. If an applicant does not have such a background, the Computer Science Graduate Committee will assign up to four existing additional preparatory courses aimed to providing the student with the minimum background necessary to fully enter the program.

Application Checklist

Application Deadline: Rolling admission.

  1. Online Application: Submit application and $60 non-refundable fee (or waiver if applicable).
  2. Transcript: One from each college attended.
  3. Essays/Personal Statement: Please write one integrated essay providing a response to each of the following questions:
    • What are your goals for graduate study and your future career?
    • In what ways do your academic background and your professional experiences provide evidence of your potential for success in the program you selected and in your eventual career? Please give specific examples of relevant coursework and/or experience.
    • Is there any further information we should consider in assessing your candidacy?
  4. Letters of Recommendation: Two (2)
  5. Resume: Required

Questions? We’re Here to Help.

If you have any general questions regarding the application process and requirements, please contact Graduate Admissions.

Office of Graduate Admissions

Get guidance on every step of the application process, from admission requirements and deadlines to transcripts, test scores and next steps toward enrollment. The Office of Graduate Admissions provides the information and resources needed to put forward a strong application.

Program Coordinator: Constantine Coutras

Get detailed information about the program itself—from curriculum and faculty expertise to research, internships and career outcomes. The program coordinator can explain how the program connects to your academic and professional goals.

Next Steps

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