Master of Science in Data Science
Drew University
Key Information
Campus location
Madison, USA
Languages
English
Study format
Distance Learning, On-Campus
Duration
1 - 2 year
Pace
Full time, Part time
Tuition fees
USD 22,248 / per credit *
Application deadline
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Earliest start date
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* tuition per credit
Introduction
Big data. Bigger ideas.
The digitization of information—social networks, business transactions, healthcare records and more—has transformed the world, necessitating a demand for people who understand all of the big data being collected and who can take action to help individuals, corporations, and organizations become smarter, faster, and ultimately more effective.
Through Drew’s Master of Science and graduate certificate programs in Data Science, you will:
- Learn how to obtain, prepare and manage data from a wide variety of sources.
- Gain mastery of data analytical techniques.
- Leave with a portfolio of projects and work experience from experiential learning projects and internships.
- Focus on statistics, data science, and programming.
Our Master of Science and graduate certificate programs in Data Science will help you become an advanced analyst who can create and develop data sets and analytic protocols, communicate findings, and ultimately participate in data-driven decision making at the highest of levels.
Admissions
Curriculum
Programs
Both our 12-credit certificate programs and our 30-36 credit Master of Science degree will prepare you to become an advanced analyst who can create and develop data sets and analytic protocols, communicate your analytic findings to leaders and general audiences and ultimately participate in data-informed decision making.
Career Opportunities
Outcomes
With the digital transformation of academia and the workforce, it is not surprising that data science and data analytics jobs are projected to grow at some of the fastest rates in the near future.*
| Job title | Average salary | Projected five-year growth |
| Analytics managers | $105,909 | 15% |
| Data scientists & advanced analysts | $94,576 | 28% |
| Data-driven decision-makers | $91,467 | 14% |
| Data systems developers | $78,553 | 15% |
| Data analysts | $78,553 | 16% |
| Functional analysts | $69,162 | 17% |
*Burning Glass Technologies
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English Language Requirements
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