{"id":40906,"date":"2021-08-05T11:48:12","date_gmt":"2021-08-05T15:48:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/advising\/?page_id=40906"},"modified":"2026-04-30T14:23:07","modified_gmt":"2026-04-30T18:23:07","slug":"computing-data-sciences","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/advising\/your-advisors\/find-the-right-advisor\/computing-data-sciences\/","title":{"rendered":"Faculty of Computing &#038; Data Sciences"},"content":{"rendered":"<h4>Contact Information<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/cds-faculty\/programs-admissions\/undergraduate\/advising\/\">CDS Undergraduate Advising<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Email address<\/strong>: <a href=\"mailto:cds-advising@bu.edu\">cds-advising@bu.edu<\/a><\/li>\n<li><strong>Phone number<\/strong>: 617-353-8829<\/li>\n<li><strong>Location<\/strong>:<br \/>\nBoston University <span>Faculty of Computing &amp; Data Sciences (CDS)<\/span><br \/>\n665 Commonwealth Ave, Floor 16<br \/>\nBoston, MA 02215<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4>I am an incoming first-year or transfer student, who\u2019s my academic advisor?<\/h4>\n<p>You can expect to receive an email in mid-to-late May with guidance and information about when and how to register for fall 2026 classes. Registration for fall 2026 classes will open for transfer students on Tues. June 9, 2026 and will open for first-years on Thurs. June 11, 2026. You will be assigned an academic advisor and will find their name on the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/mybu\/\">MyBU Student Portal<\/a> in the \u201cAdvisors\u201d section of your main Dashboard. To learn more, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/cds-faculty\/programs-admissions\/undergraduate\/advising\/\">CDS Undergraduate Advising<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h4>I am currently enrolled in classes at BU, who\u2019s my academic advisor?<\/h4>\n<p>Students enrolled in the B.S. in Data Science Degree program will be assigned a CDS Undergraduate Advisor (UA). Your academic advisor\u2019s name is available on the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/mybu\/\">MyBU Student Portal<\/a> in the \u201cAdvisors\u201d section of your main Dashboard. Depending on your circumstances, you may have more than one advisor.<\/p>\n<h4>Who advises on degree, major, and Hub requirements?<\/h4>\n<p>Your assigned CDS Undergraduate Advisor will work with you to construct a plan of study that meets <span>your degree,<\/span> major<span>,<\/span> and Hub requirements.<\/p>\n<h4>How do I make an appointment with my advisor?<\/h4>\n<p>Students may schedule an appointment using <a href=\"https:\/\/mybustudent.bu.edu\/psp\/BUPRD\/EMPLOYEE\/SA\/s\/WEBLIB_H_SERVER.ISCRIPT1.FieldFormula.IScript_Server\/arm\/ui\/appointments\/calendar?startDate=%222025-07-20T04%3A00%3A00.000Z%22&amp;endDate=%222025-07-27T03%3A59%3A59.999Z%22&amp;showAll=false&amp;initPortalUrl=\/arm\/ui\/appointments&amp;pslnkid=H_CX_AR_ADVISOR_APPTS_MAIN\">MyBU Student<\/a>. Walk-in advising hours are also available during fall and spring semesters. For more information, visit the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/cds-faculty\/programs-admissions\/undergraduate\/advising\/\">CDS Advising Resources page<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h4>How do I change my track within CDS?<\/h4>\n<p>CDS offers a single bachelor\u2019s degree in Data Science with two separate elective tracks. If you are interested in changing your elective track, contact your assigned CDS Undergraduate Advisor to discuss the best approach for making the transition.<\/p>\n<h4>How do I apply for an Intra-University Transfer (IUT) into CDS?<\/h4>\n<p>For policies regarding an IUT into CDS, please consult the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/academics\/policies\/intra-university-transfer\/\">Boston University Bulletin<\/a>\u00a0and the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/cds-faculty\/programs-admissions\/resources\/undergraduate\/\">CDS Policies &amp; Forms<\/a>\u00a0page. Students considering an IUT to CDS should schedule an advising appointment through\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/mybustudent.bu.edu\/psp\/BUPRD\/EMPLOYEE\/SA\/s\/WEBLIB_H_SERVER.ISCRIPT1.FieldFormula.IScript_Server\/arm\/ui\/appointments\/calendar?startDate=%222025-07-20T04%3A00%3A00.000Z%22&amp;endDate=%222025-07-27T03%3A59%3A59.999Z%22&amp;showAll=false&amp;initPortalUrl=\/arm\/ui\/appointments&amp;pslnkid=H_CX_AR_ADVISOR_APPTS_MAIN\">MyBU Student<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h4>Who supports first-year students?<\/h4>\n<p>In addition to all of the faculty, advisors in the schools and colleges, residence life staff, and other students services staff across campus, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/advising\/for-students\/assistant-directors-of-first-year-success\/\">First-Year Success Office<\/a> is dedicated to supporting first-year students as they transition to college. Every first-year student has an assigned First-Year Success advisor \u2013 you can find their name on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/mybu\/\">MyBU Student<\/a> in the \u201cAdvisors\u201d section of your main Dashboard. Your First-Year Success advisor can provide guidance on a broad range of topics and can help you connect with the BU community. Schedule an appointment with your First-Year Success advisor by clicking on the \u201cAdvising\u201d tab and selecting the Appointments drop down in the MyBU Student dashboard. Or, feel free to e-mail them with any and all questions!<\/p>\n<h4><strong>Who supports new transfer students?<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>In addition to all of the faculty, advisors in the schools and colleges, residence life staff, and other students services staff across campus, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/advising\/for-students\/transfer-students\/assistant-director-of-transfer-success\/\">Assistant Director of Transfer Success<\/a> is dedicated to welcoming and supporting new transfers to BU. Debra Marcus is assigned as your Transfer Success advisor \u2013 you can find their name on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/mybu\/\">MyBU Student<\/a> in the \u201cAdvisors\u201d section of your main Dashboard. Debra can provide guidance on a broad range of topics and can help you connect with the BU community. Schedule an appointment with Debra by clicking on the Advising tab and selecting the Appointments drop down in the MyBU Student dashboard. Or, feel free to e-mail them at <a href=\"mailto:dmarcus@bu.edu\">dmarcus@bu.edu<\/a> with any and all questions!<\/p>\n<h4>If I have a question about a specific topic, where do I go?<\/h4>\n<p>Often you will have more than one possible source of information about a specific topic. And sometimes, if the topic is complex, you will be encouraged to consult with multiple people. The chart below gives you a starting place for common advising topics.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div class=\"network-group\"><article class=\"network-card\"><h5>Degree Requirements<\/h5>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"mailto:cds-advising@bu.edu\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">CDS Undergraduate Advisor<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><\/p><\/article>\n<article class=\"network-card\"><h5>Hub Requirements<\/h5>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"mailto:cds-advising@bu.edu\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">CDS Undergraduate Advisor<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto:brendan2@bu.edu\"><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul><\/ul>\n<p><\/p><\/article>\n<article class=\"network-card\"><h5>Major Requirements<\/h5>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"mailto:cds-advising@bu.edu\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">CDS Undergraduate Advisor<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><\/p><\/article>\n<article class=\"network-card\"><h5>Study Abroad<\/h5>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/abroad\/planning-resources\/speak-with-an-advisor\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Study Abroad Advisor<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"mailto:cds-advising@bu.edu\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">CDS Undergraduate Advisor<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><\/p><\/article>\n<article class=\"network-card\"><h5>Research Opportunities<\/h5>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"mailto:cds-advising@bu.edu\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">CDS Undergraduate Advisor<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/cds-faculty\/programs-admissions\/undergraduate\/research\/\">CDS Research Guide<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><\/p><\/article>\n<article class=\"network-card\"><h5>Career Development and Internships<\/h5>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.bu.edu\/careers\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Center for Career Development<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"mailto:cds-advising@bu.edu\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">CDS Undergraduate Advisor<\/a><br \/>\n<a href=\"mailto:brendan2@bu.edu\"><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><\/p><\/article>\n<article class=\"network-card\"><h5>Pre-Health\/Pre-Law Advising<\/h5>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.bu.edu\/prehealth\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Pre-Health Advisor<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.bu.edu\/prelaw\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Pre-Law Advisor<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><\/p><\/article>\n<article class=\"network-card\"><h5>Additional Academic Opportunities<\/h5>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"mailto:cds-advising@bu.edu\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">CDS Undergraduate Advisor<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>BU offers many different academic opportunities, including dual degree and minors.<\/p>\n<p><\/p><\/article>\n<article class=\"network-card\"><h5>Academic Challenges<\/h5>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"mailto:cds-advising@bu.edu\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">CDS Undergraduate Advisor<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/erc\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Educational Resource Center<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><\/p><\/article><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Contact Information CDS Undergraduate Advising Email address: cds-advising@bu.edu Phone number: 617-353-8829 Location: Boston University Faculty of Computing &amp; Data Sciences (CDS) 665 Commonwealth Ave, Floor 16 Boston, MA 02215 I am an incoming first-year or transfer student, who\u2019s my academic advisor? 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