Overview

Virginia Tech's Master of Science in Data Science is a non-thesis degree that combines rigorous technical training with real-world projects, preparing graduates to navigate organizational complexities and translate data into action and value. The faculty’s extensive industry experience delivers a blend of technical expertise and industry understanding to give graduates a distinct edge.

With an M.S. in Data Science from Virginia Tech, you will stand out among the rest.

Careers

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the demand for data scientists is expected to grow by 34% by 2034. Students pursuing the M.S. in Data Science will receive the perfect blend of practice and theory: a combination that will help set them apart in this booming career field.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Communication in Team-Based Data Science
Statistical Learning
Computation for Data Sciences

Programming Models for Big Data

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-31 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Blacksburg, United States

Disciplines

Data Science & Big Data View 461 other Masters in Data Science & Big Data in United States

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Academic requirements

GRE^®

Required

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

GRE: OPTIONAL at applicant’s discretion
Statement of Purpose: REQUIRED
Letters of Reference: TWO REQUIRED. For recent graduates, at least one letter should be from a faculty member familiar with their work.
Sample of a data analysis report or a software program the student has written: OPTIONAL
The committee may request virtual interviews to further assess your qualifications for the program.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

32622 USD / year

≈ 32622 USD / year
Out-of-State

32622 USD / year

≈ 32622 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

16232 USD / year

≈ 16232 USD / year

Living costs

Blacksburg

United States

1166 - 1906 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Funding

Win a €10000 Scholarship! Deadline: 30 June 2020

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Scholarships Information

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Overview

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Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

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Domestic

Living costs

Blacksburg

Financing

Funding

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