Master's of Science in Data Science
The Master's of Science in Data Science program is a regular, two-year (31 credits) master's program integrates a strong foundation in big data and analysis.
Students will learn state-of-the-art methods for working with big data, be exposed to cutting-edge methods and theory for forming the basis for next generation big data technology, and will complete a project demonstrating their usage of fundamental concepts of data science.
Students take multiple courses in each of the three focus areas (statistics, algorithmics, and infrastructure and large scale computing) plus electives.
All students have the opportunity to conduct research under the direction of a faculty member, culminating with the capstone project and poster at the annual Data Science Poster Fair.
Campus Information
Twin Cities
Intakes
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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
Minimum Scores for Admission
Total Score: 6.5
Writing Subscore: 6.5
Reading Subscore: 6.5
Secondary School Education
If you completed secondary school in the U.S. or in a country on this list,* then you satisfy the basic English language proficiency requirements.
Post-secondary Education
You satisfy the English proficiency requirement if you completed post-secondary coursework in the U.S. or a country on this list,* and:
the coursework consisted of least 16 semester credits, or 24 quarter credits, and
ESL coursework was not part of the qualifying number of credits, and
the coursework was completed within the past 2 years, and
the coursework was completed while living in the U.S. or in a country on this list*
* Not all countries where English is an official language or is widely spoken are included on the English proficiency exemption list. The English Language Requirement is set by a University-wide ESL Policy committee which includes representatives from: Undergraduate Admissions Office, Graduate Admissions Office, Minnesota English Language Program (MELP), International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS), and the UMD Graduate School.
Minimum Scores for Admission
Total Score: 79
Writing Subscore: 21
Reading Subscore: 19
- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Masters/PG Degree
- Duration: 02 Year
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Total Tuition Fee:
72560 USD
Annual Cost of Living: 14000 USD
Application Fee: 55 USD