Overview

Key facts

It provides training in key technical areas while also developing business and communication skills.

The Data Science and Analytics (M.S.) degree is located in the School of Computing and Information Systems, within the Padnos College of Engineering and Computing. This program also collaborates closely with the Statistics Department.

Why Study Data Science and Analytics at Grand Valley State University?

Demand. The number of job postings for data science grew 57 percent for the first quarter of 2017. Data-related jobs are expected to grow by 11 percent from 2014 to 2024, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Flexibility. This program is designed with the working professional in mind, and offers classes in the evening.
Experiential learning. The program includes field experiences and collaborative assignments and projects.
First-rate faculty. Passionate practitioners with years of experience in the field.
Core fundamentals. The degree has a strong emphasis in the fundamentals of data science.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Statistics

Computer Science

Professional Science

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-08-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-07-01 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2026-01-08 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-09-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2025-11-01 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2026-08-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

36 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Allendale, United States

Disciplines

Data Science & Big Data Data Analytics View 318 other Masters in Data Analytics in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Grade point average of 3.0 (B) from all undergraduate coursework or a satisfactory score on the GRE or GMAT test
Resume detailing work experiences and accomplishments
Personal statement of career goals and background experiences, including an explanation of how this program will help achieve educational and professional objectives
Recommendations: two professional or academic recommendations received online, addressing the candidate's potential for graduate study completion. You will provide the emails of two references in your account at www.gvsu.edu/gradapply and they will be sent a link to fill out for their online recommendation
Prerequisite courses: CIS 161 or 162 or equivalent, STA 216 or equivalent

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Tuition Fee

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International

28728 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 798 USD per credit during 12 months.
National

28728 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 798 USD per credit during 12 months.
In-State

28728 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 798 USD per credit during 12 months.

Living costs for Allendale

1000 - 1500 USD /month

Living costs

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