Overview

Develop design expertise and analytical abilities for a combination of skills in increasing demand.

Key Features

Virtually everything that we interact with in our lives is driven by or generates some form of data. The dramatic increase in data is the driving force behind innovation, invention, and business efficiencies.

This data explosion has resulted in the need to take raw, unorganized data and not only process it but also present it in a meaningful way so that it is insightful and actionable.

From infographics and geographic representations to interactive visualizations that assist in decision-making, there’s a growing need for professionals who can present information in a format that is both easy to understand and provides value.

Maryland Institute College of Art (MICA) developed the Master of Professional Studies (M.P.S.) in Data Analytics and Visualization program to teach professionals how to represent information and data in a visual and impactful way with the use of graphics, images, and dynamic interactive features.

In this program, you will develop design expertise and analytical skills that are in increasing demand in our data-driven world. According to the recent LinkedIn “Jobs on the Rise” report, data science specialists are some of the most in demand and fastest-growing jobs, reflecting about a 35% average annual growth rate.

The Data Analytics and Visualization program is an online, cohort based graduate program where all coursework is directly related to this expanding field.

Completed in just 15 months, the program allows you to earn your degree while working full time. You will explore both the design and technical aspects of information visualization while learning to create powerful, data-driven visual narratives.

You will master an array of information visualization practices including employing qualitative and quantitative analysis and applying storytelling methods to data and information, and utilizing design strategies to develop a visual narrative.

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Data Analytics & Vis Literacy

Industry Immersive

Designing Visual Information

Interactive Data Storytelling

Understanding Data

Data Exploration

Visualization in Practice

Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 15 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-05-10 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-04-30 00:00:00
Starting 2026-08-31 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-20 00:00:00
Starting 2027-01-18 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

Online

Campus Location

Baltimore, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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General requirements

Graduate Admission Application Form: completed and submitted online.

Curriculum Vitae/Resume.

An official transcript from the institution that granted your most recent degree will be required of admitted students in order to matriculate.

The application fee of $75 is currently waived.

International candidates whose primary language is not English must demonstrate proficiency in both written and spoken English.

Statement of Purpose (optional but required if you have not earned an undergraduate degree)

Samples of Data Visualizations (optional)

Portfolio Narrative (optional)

Tuition Fees

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19688 USD / year

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Out-of-State

19688 USD / year

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In-State

19688 USD / year

≈ 19688 USD / year

Funding

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