MS Data Science
Advance Essential Skills
Program Detail
Next Start Date
January 13
Est. Program Length
1 year
Credit Hours
30
Course Length
8 weeks
Cost Per Credit
$429
Degree Overview
With a Master of Science in Data Science Degree from the University of West Alabama, you will learn to blend theory with practical application and prepare to advance your career. This program’s core courses in statistics, programming and machine learning will strengthen your foundational knowledge and help you stand out as a competitive job candidate. With specialized electives and hands-on projects, you will foster both technical expertise and problem-solving skills.
This fully online data science degree is asynchronous, giving you the flexibility to fit study into your schedule. From application to graduation, you can benefit from our affordable tuition, personal support and generous credit transfer policy. Upon completion, you will have earned the skills and knowledge necessary to advance your data science career with confidence.
Program Outcomes
After completing the online Master of Science in Data Science program, graduates will be able to:
- Apply advanced analytical abilities essential for data-driven decisions and innovation
- Offer quantitative evaluations in the digital world to best benefit companies
- Confidently take on data science in a variety of top fields like AI, finance and healthcare
Who is this degree for?
- Students with an aptitude for mathematics, statistics and programming
- Students with a desire to learn more about key subject areas such as programming, data analysis and statistical modeling
- Professionals who want to advance their careers in the data science field
Program Detail
Next Start Date
January 13
Est. Program Length
1 year
Credit Hours
30
Course Length
8 weeks
Cost Per Credit
$429
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Course Details
Total Required: 30 Hours
Admissions
For admission into the data science online degree program, the applicant must meet all requirements for admission to the School of Graduate Studies.
Your experience at the University of West Alabama is designed to be as straightforward and convenient as possible. From the moment you apply, you’ll receive step-by-step guidance from an enrollment counselor. And once accepted into your program, you’ll have a personal success coach who can answer any questions you might have about the program.
Simply follow these steps to get started.
- Complete an online application
- Submit official college and institution transcripts
- Email: transcripts.westalabama@risepoint.com
- Mail: Transcript Processing Center – University of West Alabama 851 Trafalgar Court, Suite 420 West, Maitland, FL 32751
Tuition
Graduate tuition is $429 per credit hour. There is a $60 technology fee each semester.
The University of West Alabama is dedicated to keeping education costs affordable and providing students with a full range of grants, scholarships and loans. Approximately 80% of UWA students receive some type of financial aid to support their studies. To apply for financial aid, complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The school code for UWA is 001024.
Transfer
UWA may accept up to six hours at the graduate level for matching courses and curriculum in the master’s in data science program.