Data Science, MS
USF’s one-year Master of Science in Data Science (MSDS) program delivers a rigorous curriculum focused on mathematical and computational techniques in the field of data science. The curriculum emphasizes the careful formulation of business problems, selecting effective analytical techniques to address those problems, and communicating solutions in a clear and creative fashion.
The program begins with our boot camp, an intensive review of the foundational knowledge and skills required for success in the MSDS program. Students complete accelerated review courses in probability & statistics and computation for analytics and also must pass a linear algebra competency exam in order to move forward in the program. Additionally, all students take a course in exploratory data analysis & visualization for a total of three courses and one linear algebra exam in the introductory summer semester.
Intakes
- Jan
- Sep
Application Processing Time in Days: 20
Minimum English Language Requirements
| English Level Description | IELTS (1.0 -9.0) | TOEFL IBT (0-120) | TOEFL CBT (0-300) | PTE (10-90) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert | 9 | 120 | 297-300 | 86-90 | |
| Very Good | 8.5 | 115-119 | 280-293 | 83-86 | |
| Very Good | 8 | 110-114 | 270-280 | 79-83 | |
| Good | 7.5 | 102-109 | 253-267 | 73-79 | |
| Good | 7 | 94-101 | 240-253 | 65-73 | |
| Competent | 6.5 | 79-93 | 213-233 | 58-65 | |
| Competent | 6 | 60-78 | 170-210 | 50-58 | |
| Modest | 5.5 | 46-59 | 133-210 | 43-50 | |
| Modest | 5 | 35-45 | 107-133 | 36-43 | |
| Limited | 4 | 32-34 | 97-103 | 30-36 | |
| Extremely Limited | < 4 | < 31 | < 93 | < 30 |
Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria
Full-Time Programs F-1 Eligible
We cannot sponsor F1 student visas for part-time programs. F-1 Visa candidates are eligible to apply for the Full-Time MBA, MS Financial Analysis, MS Marketing Intelligence, MS Information Systems, Nonprofit Administration.
Certificate of Finance - Proof of Funds
Students who require an F-1 visa must demonstrate that they can fund educational and living expenses in the U.S. for each year of study. Find your program’s required amount.
English Proficiency Requirements
F-1 Visa seeking applicants must submit a valid English Proficiency Exam. USF SOM will accept Duolingo (120), TOEFL (92), and IELTS (6.5). Exemptions available.
Passport
Applicants who require an F-1 student visa must submit a copy of their valid passport with their application. Please be sure to submit a clear copy of your passport photo/information page.
International Address
All F-1 and J-1 visa applicants are instructed to use their international address on the application. If you are currently in the United States, you can use that address for mailing.
Visa Transfer
If you are currently on an F-1 visa or returning from OPT and are planning to transfer your SEVIS record please review the section titled SEVIS Transfer Applicants (create a new page with the information listed below). If you are currently in the United States in F-1 status or currently on OPT, you can transfer your status to USF. Students who have completed at least one academic term in the U.S in F-1 status can transfer their SEVIS record to USF, or complete a “Change of Level” from another USF degree, and continue to maintain F-1 status.
Please submit a completed School of Management Graduate Application by April 15.
- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Masters/PG Degree
- Duration: 01 Year
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Total Tuition Fee:
29880 USD
Annual Cost of Living: 14000 USD
Application Fee: 55 USD