Program at a Glance

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$25,000 total tuition cost

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100% Online

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Designed for working professionals

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Virtual engagement and networking

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Weekly live sessions

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Why Study Data Science at Boston University?

Boston University’s online Master's in Data Science program is perfectly positioned to meet the ever-growing demand for data science and artificial intelligence (AI) skills. Industries and businesses in nearly all sectors of the economy — from healthcare and finance to manufacturing and marketing — are developing and deploying data-driven business intelligence processes that data scientists use to gain actionable insights for strategic decision-making. If you have an interest in computer science and a passion for dissecting data, this program was designed for you.

Our MS in Data Science online program equips you with the foundational and practical skills that employers are seeking as they navigate the AI revolution, from data mining and cloud computing analytics to machine learning and natural language processing, as well as deep learning and large language models. Upon completion, you will have a firm understanding of data structures, statistical methods, and concepts in data engineering.

The curriculum in this comprehensive program is taught by faculty who combine essential knowledge and theory with experiential, hands-on learning. With their guidance, you can gain a full spectrum of proficiencies in data analysis, data visualization tools, predictive modeling, statistical analysis, and other analytical skills that employers are searching for to fill high-level roles.

If you want to compare the top data science masters programs for busy professionals, contact us today for more information. Are you ready to get started? Go ahead and apply now with the button below!

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Months to complete a Master's in Data Science at BU

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