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Accredited degree
Offered by Ball State University
No application required
Degree admission is entirely performance-based
$489 per credit
Benefit from affordable tuition and flexible payment options
24 months
33 credits of graduate coursework
Equip yourself for a career in data science–no prior experience required
This master’s degree from Ball State University is making a career in the growing field of data science more attainable for all kinds of learners. It’s a program that could be right for you whether you have an educational background in data science and programming or not. You’ll start by taking courses in data science foundations, data structures, and programming so that you have the foundational knowledge you need to succeed in your studies. On top of that, you’ll learn applicable skills in innovative areas such as data wrangling, visualization, analytics, statistical methods, and machine learning. And, you can apply the skills you learn the very next day in your current workplace.
You can gain acceptance into the program regardless of your educational background or professional experience. Complete three courses with a cumulative 3.0 GPA and you will earn admission into the degree program.
Courses are offered in the fall, spring, and summer semesters. However, students have options to begin learning right away, including:
Registering for a course in an upcoming term
Open Content from Ball State University
Industry Content from Coursera partners including Google, IBM, and more
What’s in this degree program?
Admissions Information
Enrollment for Summer 2025 is now open!
- Enrollment opens: Jan 15, 2025
- Classes begin: May 12, 2025
- Enrollment closes: May 18, 2025
Upcoming Events
March 13: Ball State University Online Master’s in Data Science Webinar - Register here
Enrollment is now open!
Start your Master's degree by enrolling today. If you're not ready, request more information.
Accredited degree
Offered by Ball State University
No application required
Degree admission is entirely performance-based
$489 per credit
Benefit from affordable tuition and flexible payment options
24 months
33 credits of graduate coursework
Accredited degree
Offered by Ball State University
No application required
Degree admission is entirely performance-based
Equip yourself for a career in data science–no prior experience required
This master’s degree from Ball State University is making a career in the growing field of data science more attainable for all kinds of learners. It’s a program that could be right for you whether you have an educational background in data science and programming or not. You’ll start by taking courses in data science foundations, data structures, and programming so that you have the foundational knowledge you need to succeed in your studies. On top of that, you’ll learn applicable skills in innovative areas such as data wrangling, visualization, analytics, statistical methods, and machine learning. And, you can apply the skills you learn the very next day in your current workplace.
You can gain acceptance into the program regardless of your educational background or professional experience. Complete three courses with a cumulative 3.0 GPA and you will earn admission into the degree program.
Courses are offered in the fall, spring, and summer semesters. However, students have options to begin learning right away, including:
Registering for a course in an upcoming term
Open Content from Ball State University
Industry Content from Coursera partners including Google, IBM, and more
What’s in this degree program?
Admissions Information
Enrollment for Summer 2025 is now open!
- Enrollment opens: Jan 15, 2025
- Classes begin: May 12, 2025
- Enrollment closes: May 18, 2025
Upcoming Events
March 13: Ball State University Online Master’s in Data Science Webinar - Register here
No application required―start your data science degree today
You can gain acceptance into Ball State’s Master of Science in Data Science through performance-based admissions. No entrance exams, application fee, or transcripts are required. You will complete three 3-credit courses, and if you earn a cumulative 3.0 GPA or better, then you will be fully admitted into the program.
- Less than $17,000 USD tuition total Competitively priced with the needs of the working adult learner in mind.
- Pay-as-you-go tuition Tailor your educational journey with flexible payment options by paying per credit.
- Financial aid opportunities Ball State encourages you to seek tuition reimbursement through your employer.
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Ball State’s College of Sciences and Humanities is all about preparing students to analyze situations, think critically, solve problems, and communicate their ideas clearly.
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Dean of the College of Sciences and Humanities
Ball State University
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Build toward a degree
When you complete these programs, you may have learning recognized for credit toward this degree, if you are admitted and enroll.¹
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¹Successful application and enrollment are required. Eligibility requirements apply. Each institution determines the number of credits recognized by completing this content that may count towards degree requirements, considering any existing credits you may have. Click on a specific course for more information.
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Frequently asked questions
You’ll earn a reputable Ball State degree whether you’re taking classes in a physical or online classroom. Ball State’s online degrees carry the same weight as those earned on campus. Your diploma will not indicate whether you earned your degree online or on its Indiana campus.
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