Master’s Degree in 
Data Science

It’s no exaggeration to say that data science shapes the very world we live in. Businesses, government entities, and nonprofit organizations make decisions every day based on enormous amounts of raw data. Before they can make those decisions, though, they need people who know how to make sense of it all. 

Data science combines statistics, engineering, artificial intelligence, applied mathematics, and more to give meaning to all that information. It reveals the patterns behind complex and unstructured data sets that might otherwise seem unrelated. Those insights help organizations of every kind determine their next steps. 

With a Master of Science in Data Science from our King Graduate School, you’ll build the skills you need to thrive in one of the most in-demand careers in the world. You’ll gain insights of your own along the way — and open doors to a career full of possibility.

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According to Glassdoor, when factoring in job satisfaction, job availability, and earning potential, data science careers are some of the best in the nation. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects that data scientist jobs will grow at an astonishing rate of 36% over the next several years: more than seven times the average rate for all occupations (It should be noted that all these figures were themselves determined using data science.).

Right now, demand for skilled data science professionals far outpaces the supply. Employers worldwide say that there aren’t enough people with the skills they need to fill certain positions. 

All of that data points to one clear conclusion: there’s never been a better time to get a Master’s Degree in Data Science.

To apply for a Master’s Degree in Data Science, candidates must fulfill the following admissions requirements: 

• Candidates must possess a bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year institution of higher education.
• Candidates must submit:
  • A completed application for admission.
  • A 500-word essay describing your career goals and why you want to pursue a master’s degree.
  • A current résumé.
  • Transcripts from all prior educational institutions attended.
  • Two (2) professional letters of recommendation.
• Data Science candidates must also participate in a pre-admission interview.

Learn more about how to apply to Monroe University.

Our financial aid counselors have analyzed a fair amount of data themselves, and what they’ve learned has helped us find new ways to make education accessible to everyone. It’s why U.S. News & World Report consistently ranks us as one of the Best Value Schools in Regional Universities North.

In addition to offering affordable tuition and fees and manageable payment plans, we’ll work hard to find you every grant, scholarship, and loan for which you qualify. And if you’re employed by one of our more than 400 partner organizations, you might also be eligible for a Corporate Partnership Grant covering up to 20% of your tuition. 

From finance to fashion, from engineering to e-commerce: every sector of our economy now depends on data science to guide their decision-making processes. With an advanced degree, you’ll have a skill set that you can take with you anywhere, and in a number of different positions including: 

• Data scientist
• Applied data scientist
• Data analyst
• Machine learning engineer
• Predictive analyst
• Data statistician
• Technical analyst
• Data engineer

With a Master’s In Data Science, you’ll be prepared to take on a whole new range of career options, all of which are changing the way we see the world around us. 

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