Master of Science in Data Science

Ball State University

Accredited degree

Offered by Ball State University

24 months

11 courses total (33 credits), 6-9 hours per week per course

Less than $17,000 USD total cost

$489 per credit, with pay-as-you-go tuition for each course

No application required

Degree admission is entirely performance-based

100% online

Lecture videos, hands-on projects, and connection with instructors and peers

Academics

Earn your Master’s in Data Science even if you do not have a data science or programming background.

This is a 33-credit, non-thesis program with 15 credits of core courses and 18 credits to focus your learning experience. Through the core courses, you’ll establish your understanding of statistical methods and programming. Then you’ll choose two courses in computational analytics and two courses in statistical computing and modeling to further round out your education. Finally, in your two elective courses, you’ll develop specialized knowledge and skills so you can stand out to employers as you pursue a career in the field.

Cutting-edge online learning with a personal focus

Ball State is at the forefront of quality and innovation when it comes to online education. Their professors dive right into new technologies and approaches to learning that will benefit you. Ball State focuses on the student experience, placing importance on personal attention from faculty and immersive studies.