Master of Science in Applied Data Science and Data Analytics Online
Drive Innovation through Data Science and Data Analytics
Kettering University’s innovative, 100% online MS in Applied Data Science and Data Analytics program represents a fusion of statistical, data management, and computing technologies—including data mining, machine learning, cloud computing, and visualization - at a total tuition cost of $25,000.
- 100% online, 40-hour curriculum – 10 courses including a capstone course
- Foundations in Data Science graduate certificate – awarded after completion of the first three required courses
- Classes incorporate industry software, languages, and tools – including Python and R
- Tuition Cost – $625 per credit hour - financial aid and military benefits are available to those who qualify
- Multiple intakes a year - Fall, Winter, Spring, and Summer
- Finish in as few as 12-24 months - no cohorts
- No GRE/GMAT required
Data Science and Data Analytics are evolving, multi-faceted, interdisciplinary fields that seek to combine, refine, and develop methods and processes from statistics and computer science into modern scientific data analysis.
Data Scientists are highly skilled in analysis and prediction. Using scientific inquiry through algorithms and computing systems, data scientists gather intelligent insights from unstructured, complex data to provide actionable information for decision-making based on its predictive power.
This unique program prepares leaders to achieve organizational goals through the power of data, equipping students to:
- Manage and direct teams to create, define and refine data
- Design and build new processes for data modeling and production using prototypes, algorithms, predictive and quantitative models, and custom analysis
- Unlock solutions hiding in data
- Effectively communicate data science concepts, results, and visualizations
- Pursue leadership roles in data science and analytics applying well-rounded professional knowledge and skills
Our faculty research information retrieval and data mining, combinatoric problems, query optimization, distributed shortest path algorithm, np-hard problems, and Big Data.
Data scientists will experience a 15% increase in demand for their expertise, with significant growth in opportunities projected through 2029.
- More than half of data scientists have master’s degrees, a 20% increase since 2019*.
- Careers in data science are some of the highest-paying and in-demand roles within the U.S. and beyond**.
Data Professionals are represented in virtually every industry, including IT, engineering, medicine, health care, social sciences, biological sciences, business, economics, insurance, finance, marketing, social media, security, defense, geolocation, and more.
An online Master of Science in Applied Data Science and Data Analytics will make you stand out, offering a competitive advantage in your career.
Admissions
Our knowledgeable and supportive Admissions Advisors help you understand KUO's program structure, mission, core values, and goals. They help you understand how the program you are interested in pursuing aligns with your career goals and assist you in preparing a strong file for the Admissions Committee.
Student Support
Online students enrolled with KUO receive individual guidance from a Professional Advisor. KUO is committed to helping you thrive as an online student —that’s why we offer support from the start of your classes until graduation, ensuring you stay connected to the university.
Kettering University Online is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and a North Central Association of Colleges and Schools member. Our dedicated faculty and staff are committed to providing quality education and shaping some of the brightest minds of tomorrow.
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