Master of Science in Data Analytics Engineering

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Master of Science in Data Analytics Engineering

Northeastern University

Top 40 Engineering School

Accredited degree offered by the College of Engineering at Northeastern University

18 months

8 courses total, 10-15 hours per week per course

$24,000 USD total cost

$3,000 x 8 courses = $24,000, with pay-as-you-go tuition for each course

No application required

Hassle-free pathways for learners with or without technical experience, start learning

100% online

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

Start learning sooner with performance-based admissions

The online MS in Data Analytics Engineering offers the Fast App, a performance-based admissions pathway that lets you skip the traditional application and qualify through your success in program courses.

Discover how you can start learning sooner through performance-based admissions in the College of Engineering Fast App Pathway video.

How to join the program

  1. Submit your Fast App

  2. The Northeastern team will review your Fast App and send you an email with a link to enroll.

  3. Enroll in your PBA courses and pay your deposit. Looking for your course enrollment link? Gain access here!

  4. Upon submission of the course enrollment form, you are officially a Northeastern student and enrolled in your selected PBA course(s) to start the next term! This means that you will receive an invitation to complete setting up your Northeastern account and more information on how to pay for your courses. Be on the lookout for these important messages.

Fast App Pathway
Skip the lengthy admissions process. There’s no need for test scores, essays, or recommendation letters—just enroll and start learning.
Earn admission through performance
Show your readiness by completing two designated for-credit courses with a 3.0 GPA or higher to qualify for full admission into the degree program.
Flexible, year-round start dates
Begin your studies in January, May, or September. With multiple start points each year, you’re never more than four months from your next opportunity to advance.
Earn credit as you enroll
Enroll directly in Fast App courses to experience the program before full admission. Every credit you earn counts toward your MS in Data Analytics Engineering degree once admitted.

Applications for the Summer 2026 cohort are now open!

  • Priority deadline: March 28, 2026
  • Application deadline: April 1, 2026

Applications for the Spring 2026 cohort are now closed!

  • If you have submitted your fast app by December 8, 2025 you have until December 22, 2025 to complete your enrollment.

Upcoming events

Stay tuned!

Additional resources

Applications for the Summer 2026 cohort are now open!

  • Priority deadline: March 28, 2026
  • Application deadline: April 1, 2026

Applications for the Spring 2026 cohort are now closed!

  • If you have submitted your fast app by December 8, 2025 you have until December 22, 2025 to complete your enrollment.

Upcoming events

Stay tuned!

Additional resources

Summer 2026 deadline: March 28, 2026

Don’t miss your chance to join the intake!