Undergraduate Advising
About CDS Undergraduate Advising at Boston University
The Faculty of Computing & Data Sciences (CDS) at Boston University offers comprehensive undergraduate advising to support students pursuing the Data Science major and related programs. CDS Advising helps students navigate degree requirements, explore minors and the dual degree program, and connect students to the resources provided by the greater University.
 Colleen Kenney she/her
Assistant Director of Advising
Last Names: A - H
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Elizabeth Carter she/they
Academic Advisor
Last Names: I - Q
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Lakyn Bright she/her
Academic Advisor
Last Names: R - Z
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| Colleen can help with... |
Elizabeth can help with... |
Lakyn can help with... |
- Data Science Major
- Data Science Minor
- Dual Degree Program (DDP) Exploration
- Curricular Practical Training (CPT)
- Assistance for current College of General Studies (CGS) students
- Intra-University Transfer (IUT) to CDS
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- Data Science Major
- Data Science Minor
- Dual Degree Program (DDP) Exploration
- Assistance for current College of General Studies (CGS) students
- Intra-University Transfer (IUT) to CDS
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- Data Science Major
- Data Science Minor
- Dual Degree Program (DDP) Exploration
- Assistance for current College of General Studies (CGS) students
- Intra-University Transfer (IUT) to CDS
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| Schedule an appointment:
Current CDS Majors and Minors
Prospective CDS Students |
Schedule an appointment:
Current CDS Majors & Minors
Prospective CDS Students |
Schedule an appointment:
Current CDS Majors & Minors
Prospective CDS Students
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Walk-in Advising Hours
Tuesdays
2PM - 4PM |
Walk-in Advising Hours
Thursdays
2PM - 4PM |
Walk-in Advising Hours:
Wednesdays
10AM - 12PM
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CDS Administrative Floor Hours
LOCATION:
Duan Family Center for Computing & Data Sciences
665 Commonwealth Ave., Floor 16
Monday - Friday: 9:00AM - 5:00PM (EDT/EST)
Important Resources for CDS Undergraduates
CDS Undergraduate Tutoring Center
SCHEDULE YOUR TUTORING SESSION NOW AND BOOKMARK THIS LINK: http://cds.as.me/tutoring
Located in room CCDS 465, the CDS Undergraduate Tutoring Center is now open for the fall semester~
Our tutors are here to help you thrive in your DS courses in tandem with your instructor or TA office hours. Aside from DS380, the tutors cover the following courses:
- DS100, 110, 120, 121, 122, 210, 310, 320, 340
While scheduling a tutoring session is preferred, the tutors are also available for walk-in’s during business hours:
- MONDAY – 9:30AM to 7:00PM
- TUESDAY – 11:00AM to 3:30PM
- WEDNESDAY – 10:00AM to 6:30PM
- THURSDAY – 2:00PM to 5:00PM
- FRIDAY – 10:30AM to 2:00PM
During tutoring hours, CCDS 465 also serves as a quiet study place.Outside of business hours, the room remains a quiet study place from 8:00AM to 10:00PM; however, there may be other CDS programming during tutoring downtimes.
Academic Guides
Flowcharts are visual representations of the Data Science major, which displays your program requirements and Hub units not covered by your major. This resource is to be used in tandem with your Degree Advice and will be used during your academic advising meetings.
Academic Flowcharts
Click on the academic year you began at Boston University to access your flowchart
Academic Year 2025 - 2026
Previous Academic Years
Approved CDS Electives
BU Hub Guide for CDS majors
Lazy Website Shortcuts
Have questions about the undergraduate program? Email cds-advising@bu.edu
Looking for graduate advising? Contact cds-admissions@bu.edu for assistance
