Master of Applied Data Science

University of Michigan

Accredited diploma

Offered by the University of Michigan, a top-ranked public research university in the U.S.

100% online

Hands-on learning from anywhere, engaging group discussions with professors and peers.

12 – 36 months

Approximate program length depending on course load.

$37,823 - $50,369 USD

Tuition rate is determined by residency.

Academics

Students enrolled in the University of Michigan School of Information’s Master of Applied Data Science (MADS) program take courses in all essential subjects of applied data science, with an emphasis on an end-to-end approach, as in from data science problem formation to presenting data analysis. The MADS program intersects computation with theory and application, ensuring that students are prepared to put data science outcomes into practice in a variety of industries.

The program is flexible and designed to fit your life, even if you have a full-time job and family responsibilities.

Earn your degree by completing 34 credits in 12-36 months, completely online, on your schedule.

Courses are taught by core University of Michigan School of Information faculty.

Most courses are one credit four-week course sessions. You can take as little as one credit as many as three credits per month.

Lectures, readings, and assignments are available on-demand, and professors are accessible through online office hours and Slack.

Courses are offered in the fall, winter and spring/summer semesters.

Access classes from your devices and download lectures to work offline.

Application information

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Priority Application Deadline: March 1, 2025

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