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Master of Science in Data Science

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Master of Science in Data Science

University of Colorado Boulder

Spring 2 session enrolment open!

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Fully accredited online program

Graduate from the University of Colorado Boulder

$15,750 USD total tuition

Flexible payment options with no hidden costs or fees

Finish in 24 months

Complete 30 courses (30 credit hours) full or part-time

100% online learning

Lecture videos, hands-on projects, and connection with instructors and peers

Careers

Prepare for in-demand jobs in a growing industry

As a graduate of the MS-DS program, you’ll join in-demand data talent to land a new job or advance in your career. The interdisciplinary approach of this program will give you a broad spectrum of competencies and the ability to apply your data science skills to a wide array of domains and industries. For on the job readiness, you’ll gain skills to act ethically in the role of a professional data scientist. Plus, learn how to clearly communicate the results of a data science analysis to any audience. And when it comes to collaboration, how to structure effective meetings. Upon graduation, you’ll be able to make career progress in the data science field.

Work with graduates at top companies
Graduates have gone on to work at Amazon, Apple, Boeing, Disney, Google, IBM, Lockheed Martin, NASA, NBC, Twitter, and Yelp
Increase your earnings with a degree
With a median annual salary of $100,910 (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics), this is nearly twice as high as the average in the US
Join the growing number of data talent
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics expects the number of data scientist jobs to grow by 19% over the next 2 decades
Grab the attention of business leaders
Ranking as the no. 3 job in the US, 70% of business leaders prefer job applicants with data skills

Admissions Information

Contact the CU Boulder MS-DS team at cuboulder-msds@coursera.org if you have any questions.

Important Dates

Enrollment Open: February 04 - April 18, 2025.

For-credit Course Access: March 10 - May 2, 2025.

Join us on March 12 for our live webinar about the MS in Data Science Program. 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.

Enrollment for Spring 2 session is open.

Spring 2 enrollment closes on April 18, 2025.