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Data Science, M.Sc.

  • Application Deadline
  • 24 months
    Duration
University rank #1055 (BCR) , SD,
We offer a master degree in Data Science at South Dakota State University. Data science is one of the hottest careers in the nation today, with demand predicted to grow even more in the future. It's common to see it rated as the number one career in the nation on major employment websites such as Glassdoor and  CareerCast.

About

The SDSU MS in Data Science is a one-year program that provides graduates with the statistical, mathematical, and computational skills needed to meet the large-scale data science challenges of today's professional world.

The South Dakota State University MS in Data Science is a 30 credit program designed to be completed in one calendar year, June through May, although students may take more than one year to complete if they desire. For added convenience, summer courses are available online so that students may start the program online in the summer and complete it on campus during the following academic year. 

Programme Structure

Courses include: 

  • Statistical Programming
  • Big Data Analytics
  • Modern Applied Statistics 
  • Data Warehousing/Mining
  • Time Series Analysis
  • Operations Research

Detailed Programme Facts

  • Programme intensity Full-time
    • Full-time duration 24 months
  • Credits
    30 alternative credits
  • Languages
    • English
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  • Delivery mode
    On Campus

English Language Requirements

  • Minimum required score:

    6.5

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  • Minimum required score:

    61

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General Requirements

  • Submit the Online Application
  • Pay the Application Fee - The $35.00 fee can be paid through the online application system at the time of application submission or by sending a check or money order to the Graduate School
  • Submit Your Official Transcripts 
  • Submit Proof of Immunity 
  • Submit Any Additional Documents Required by Your Program of Interest

Tuition Fee

  • International

    647 USD/credit
    Tuition Fee
    Based on the original amount of 647 USD per credit and a duration of 24 months.

  • National

    336 USD/credit
    Tuition Fee
    Based on the original amount of 336 USD per credit and a duration of 24 months.
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Living costs for Brookings

  • 1085 - 1890 USD/month
    Living Costs

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