Faculty of Computing & Data Sciences

Contact Information

• CDS Undergraduate Advising
• Email address: cds-advising@bu.edu
• Phone number: 617-353-8829
• Location:
  Boston University Faculty of Computing & Data Sciences (CDS)
  665 Commonwealth Ave, Floor 16
  Boston, MA 02215

I am an incoming first-year or transfer student, who’s my academic advisor?

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 MyBU Student Portal in the “Advisors” section of your main Dashboard. To learn more, visit CDS Undergraduate Advising.

I am currently enrolled in classes at BU, who’s my academic advisor?

Students enrolled in the B.S. in Data Science Degree program will be assigned a CDS Undergraduate Advisor (UA). Your academic advisor’s name is available on the MyBU Student Portal in the “Advisors” section of your main Dashboard. Depending on your circumstances, you may have more than one advisor.

Who advises on degree, major, and Hub requirements?

Your assigned CDS Undergraduate Advisor will work with you to construct a plan of study that meets your degree, major, and Hub requirements.

How do I make an appointment with my advisor?

Students may schedule an appointment using MyBU Student. Walk-in advising hours are also available during fall and spring semesters. For more information, visit the CDS Advising Resources page.

How do I change my track within CDS?

CDS offers a single bachelor’s 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.

How do I apply for an Intra-University Transfer (IUT) into CDS?

For policies regarding an IUT into CDS, please consult the Boston University Bulletin and the CDS Policies & Forms page. Students considering an IUT to CDS should schedule an advising appointment through MyBU Student.

Who supports first-year students?

In addition to all of the faculty, advisors in the schools and colleges, residence life staff, and other students services staff across campus, the First-Year Success Office is dedicated to supporting first-year students as they transition to college. Every first-year student has an assigned First-Year Success advisor – you can find their name on MyBU Student in the “Advisors” 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 “Advising” tab and selecting the Appointments drop down in the MyBU Student dashboard. Or, feel free to e-mail them with any and all questions!

Who supports new transfer students?

In addition to all of the faculty, advisors in the schools and colleges, residence life staff, and other students services staff across campus, the Assistant Director of Transfer Success is dedicated to welcoming and supporting new transfers to BU. Debra Marcus is assigned as your Transfer Success advisor – you can find their name on MyBU Student in the “Advisors” 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 dmarcus@bu.edu with any and all questions!

If I have a question about a specific topic, where do I go?

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.