Master of Science in Data Science – A STEM-Designated Program In New Jersey
Become a data scientist and gain the expertise companies rely on to drive transformative decisions.
Felician University’s Master of Science in Data Science prepares you to collect, manage, and analyze data sets to extract crucial insights that help drive decision-making, innovation, risk management, and more. Advance your career in this rapidly-growing field with a program taught by industry experts.
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M.S. in Data Science At A Glance
- Location: Online or Hybrid on Rutherford Campus
- Format: 8-Week Courses
- Credits: 30
- 2024 Tuition: $725 Per Credit
- Program Duration: 1.5-2 Years
- Application Deadline: Rolling Admissions
Curriculum
Explore the courses in the MS in Data Science program, taught by experienced industry experts and delivered through flexible formats. You’ll gain skills in everything from algorithm design and implementation, to artificial intelligence, and software engineering.
Explore the courses you’ll take below.
MS Data Science Courses |
Credits |
| Advanced Algorithm Design and Implementation | 3 |
| Operating Systems Design | 3 |
| Artificial Intelligence | 3 |
| Intro to Data Science | 3 |
| Advanced Data Mining | 3 |
| Python and R for Data Science | 3 |
| Data Visualization | 3 |
| Capstone Research in Business Data Analytics | 3 |
| Advanced Software Engineering | 3 |
| Special Topics in Computer Science: Deep Learning | 3 |
| Total Credits | 30 |
Careers in Data Science
The projected job outlook through 2032 for data scientists is 35%, a rate much faster than average. This reflects the growing need for experts to collect, manage, analyze, and make recommendations based on massive data sets. Because this is so crucial for business success in today’s world of data, about 17,700 job openings are projected per year, and the average salary for data scientists is $108,000.
By using the career explorer below, you can learn about salaries for positions you’re interested in, how many job openings are currently available across the nation, projected outlooks, and more. Toggle through careers and click into the Career Coach to explore now.
“The demand for data scientists is higher than ever.”
“Because the success of companies across so many different industries now hinges on the ways in which data can be purposefully utilized, the demand for data scientists is higher than ever — and it looks as if that demand will only increase. Felician’s Master’s in Data Science program was designed by industry experts to fill that gap and provide students with the skillsets needed for a lifelong career.”
-Marilu Marcillo, Dean for the School of Business and Information Sciences
Admissions Requirements
Please carefully review the following admissions requirements:
- Completed Application
- Official Transcripts
- 3.0 GPA; some computer science background
- Essay on Ethical Principals in Profession
- 1-2 Letters of Recommendation • Resume
- Nine credits of undergraduate computer science courses. Specifically, a course in C++, Python, Java or C#, a course in data structure & algorithm, and a database course
If you have questions about the program, financial aid, or the admissions process, our admissions team is ready to speak with you. Click here to schedule a time to meet with our Graduate Admissions Counselor.
Financial Aid
As a graduate student, you can get financial aid. We encourage you to submit your FAFSA to see how much financial aid you qualify for to help support your academic pursuit. If you have any questions or need assistance with the process, you can contact the Office of Student Financial Services by emailing finaid@felician.edu. Our Financial Aid Counselors are ready to assist you.
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Next Steps
Learn more about our MS in Data Science by speaking with Felician representatives, or apply now if you’re ready to begin advancing your career.
