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

100% online

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

Build a career shaping the future of data

The online Master of Science in Data Analytics Engineering from Northeastern University prepares you for leadership roles in one of today’s fastest-growing and highest-paid fields. This program equips you to turn data into strategic insight, helping organizations innovate, optimize performance, and make smarter business decisions.

You’ll gain hands-on experience in data visualization, database design, predictive modeling, and statistical programming, while developing advanced skills in Python, R, SQL, and modern analytics tools. Graduates are ready to take on high-demand roles such as Data Engineer, Database Architect, Business Intelligence Analyst, Software Engineer, or Data Scientist, applying data-driven solutions across industries like finance, healthcare, technology, and manufacturing.

With a foundation built on both engineering and analytics, this degree positions you to lead the next wave of data-driven digital transformation and drive measurable impact in a rapidly evolving global economy.

Prepare for high-demand data roles
Position yourself for advancement in careers such as Data Engineer, Database Architect, Business Intelligence Analyst, Software Engineer, or Data Scientist, where technical precision and analytical insight are essential.
Apply your skills across industries
Use your expertise in data visualization, Python, R, SQL, and predictive modeling to drive innovation in industries like finance, healthcare, technology, and manufacturing.
Advance in a rapidly growing field
Join a profession projected to grow by 25% from 2021 to 2031 (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics), reflecting the global demand for skilled data professionals.
Join a powerful professional network
Connect with Northeastern’s College of Engineering alumni working at leading organizations such as IBM, Microsoft, Amazon, and Oracle, gaining access to a global network of data and engineering experts.

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.

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Summer 2026 deadline: March 28, 2026

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