Data Science Concentration, Computer Science, MS

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In Short

Develop knowledge and skills in data analysis and visualization, database development, machine learning, and data mining.

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What will I do?

Develop knowledge and skills in data analysis and visualization, database development, machine learning, and data mining
Obtain competitive skills and knowledge to succeed as computer scientists in the constantly developing high-technology marketplace
Learn to deploy what you learn across a wide variety of disciplines

And, as of 2025, the annual median salary for a data scientist is $120,230 according to BLS. Employment of data scientists is projected to grow 35 percent from 2025 to 2035, much faster than the average for all occupations.

About 24,800 openings for data scientists are projected each year, on average, over the decade. Many of those openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers who transfer to different occupations or exit the labor force, such as to retire.

Maximize your options for employment as a data scientist -- learn more about our Master of Science in Computer Science with a Data Science Concentration.

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Program Overview

The data science concentration will enhance competitiveness and technical knowledge, and prepare students for professional careers in many aspects of managing, mining, integrating, and analyzing big data across a wide array fields such as business, medicine, bioinformatics, government, education, marketing, security, financial management, and many other fields.

Career Opportunities

Data science careers span almost every sector of industry, government, and academia, and include careers in manufacturing, construction, transportation, warehousing, communication, science, health care, computer science, information technology, retail, sales, marketing, finance, insurance, education, government, security, law enforcement, and more. In fact, according to the McKinsey Global Institute, the US alone will face a shortage of more than 150,000 data analysts and an additional 1.5 million data-savvy managers.

Total Credits

33 credits

Time Frame

While you can complete the program in as few as 2 years, you have 6 years to complete the program.

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Requirements and Curriculum

Data Science Concentration - Program information from the University Catalog.
Two-Year Course Rotation (PDF)

Student Learning Outcomes

The data science concentration will provide an opportunity for the students in Computer Science who would like to pursue their career in data analysis. It will also open the door for those who are interested in working with data across a wide variety of disciplines such as business, education, medicine, finance, and many other fields. The Master’s Degree Program in Computer Science provides the opportunity for graduate students to obtain competitive skills and knowledge to succeed as computer scientists in the constantly developing high-technology market place.

Tuition and Fees

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Admission

Applicants must provide:

An official transcript of a bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution. While no specific academic background is required for admission, preference is given to applicants with undergraduate majors in computer science, mathematics, engineering or a related field of study
Professional resume
Official transcripts of graduate level course work from a regionally accredited institution (if applicable)
Graduate application and fee
No GRE or MAT exams required

International applicants must abide by special deadlines and may be required to submit additional items which can be found on the International Admissions page.

International Applicants - Additional admission requirements

If you're an international applicant, you may be required to demonstrate English language proficiency and complete a transcript credential evaluation. For the most up-to-date information on applying and deadlines, please visit International Admissions.