Interested in learning more about the program? Join us on March 20th for our live webinar! Register here.
Accredited Master’s Degree
Offered by the University of Pittsburgh, a highly-ranked, Carnegie R1 public research institution
20 months (part-time)
Finish this 30-credit program in 20 months (9-10 hours per week), working at your own pace.
Learn from anywhere
Lecture videos, hands-on projects and live sessions with instructors and peers.
$15,000 Tuition cost
Pay-as-you-go for the courses you enroll in, one term at a time, with flexible payment options available.
Sample the program
Click here to request access to the free preview of Pitt's Data Centric Computing PBA course.
Careers
Prepare for in-demand jobs in a growing industry
Develop your capabilities to perform big data management, apply machine learning techniques, design database modeling, present data visualization, and communicate data insights.
Potential careers include: data scientist, data analyst, data coordinator, data engineer, and analysts in sectors such as business, healthcare, supply chain, market research, sales, recruiting, finance, and data governance and compliance.
Build a portfolio of projects throughout the program based on real-world examples to share with potential employers.
Enjoy access to Pitt career services which include a job opportunity board, resume writing and cover letter support, interview preparation assistance, salary negotiation training, and membership of the Pitt Alumni Association.
Learn to lead data-driven initiatives in an ethically responsible way, helping to set the parameters of a rapidly expanding field with massive social impact.
Upon completion, you’ll receive a diploma from the University of Pittsburgh to enhance your resume. The diploma is the same for all graduates, whether the program was completed online or on campus.
Work at top companies and tech giants
Earn more with a master’s degree
Join the growing class of data talent
Demonstrate your leadership capabilities to prospective employers
Admissions information
Enrollment for Summer 2025 is now open! Enrollment deadline is May 7, 2025.
Gain admission into the degree through your performance in one introductory course. No transcripts, essays, letters of recommendation, or exams are required! Details.
Get a Head Start on Your MDS! Click the ‘request info’ button above & receive early access to the “Data Centric Computing” PBA preview course. The best part? All your progress will transfer when classes start in January!
Events
- March 20th - Live Webinar: University of Pittsburgh's MDS: Program Overview & Course Glimpse - Register here
- April 17th - Live Webinar: University of Pittsburgh’s Master of Data Science Webinar - Register here
Pursue a diverse range of careers in information technology
Build your expertise in:
- Broadening understanding of new and emerging information technologies, along with applying and integrating these technologies
- Mastering administrative practices for effectively managing these technologies
- Delivering optimal technical and policy cloud computing solutions for various sectors, including business, industry, government, and nonprofits, as well as individuals
- Managing and deploying secure cloud-based information resources in an enterprise setting
Start your career
$132,930
Average salary of a software developer in the United States.
1,364,180
Job postings for software development in the U.S.
25% job growth by 2031
The field is expecting “much faster than average” year-over-year growth for 2021-2031.
Top careers
Cloud Solutions Architect
Cybersecurity Analyst
Software engineer
Systems engineer
Network engineer
Career Services and Alumni Benefits
Being a graduate of Illinois Tech means that you can count yourself among an impressive group of more than 80,000 alumni globally who are uniquely prepared to make important impacts on society. Through the Illinois Tech Alumni Association, you’ll find dedicated staff and alumni volunteers who can offer you a variety of meaningful ways to connect with students, graduates, and faculty.