Data Science (Undergraduate Major, Undergraduate Minor)

Become a data expert with Siena's personalized program, where you'll gain hands-on experience, work with real-world data, and build the skills top employers demand. Graduate ready to tackle challenges in any industry.

Ready to discover how data shapes our world?

• From the moment you receive a personalized Netflix recommendation to the way Alexa answers your questions, data science is behind it all. At Siena College, we're not just teaching data science – we're helping you master it. With a program that combines cutting-edge skills with real-world experiences, you'll be equipped to transform information into impact.

Why choose data science at siena?

• Hands-On, Personalized Learning: You're not just a face in the crowd here. With class sizes of 20 or fewer, you'll have personal interactions with professors who are deeply invested in your success. From your very first course, Exploratory Data Analysis and Visualization, you'll dive into Python programming, working with real data – no prior experience needed. By the end of your first term, you’ll be analyzing data sets that excite you.
• Two Tracks, Endless Opportunities: Choose between the Data Science track for a deep dive into the field or the Applied Data Science track to blend your data skills with your passion, whether it's marketing, health studies, political science, or even sports management. With Siena, you have the flexibility to tailor your education to your goals.
• Specialization Through the Applied Track: No other program integrates data science with your field of interest like Siena. You’ll complete 18 credits in your chosen subject area, ensuring you graduate with a skill set that's both deep and versatile.
• The Only Bachelor's in Data Science in the Capital Region: Unlike other schools that offer limited data analytics programs, Siena provides a comprehensive Data Science degree, broadening your job prospects beyond just business applications.

What you'll learn and experience

• Engage with Real Data: Throughout your journey, you'll work with actual data sets – not just textbook examples. Tackle projects that reflect your passions, from studying climate change impacts to analyzing electric car trends. By graduation, you’ll have hands-on experience that's valued by employers.
• Learn Across Disciplines: Your professors come from various departments, including Math, Computer Science, Physics, Environmental Science, and Philosophy, offering a truly interdisciplinary approach. For example, one student recently collaborated on a research project studying climate change's impact on New York State, guided by professors from both Data Science and Environmental Science.
• Apply Your Skills Across Fields: This program's flexibility allows you to bring data science into areas that interest you, combining technical skills with broader real-world applications. "Data Science allows me to take my technical knowledge of data analysis and visualization into other areas of interest throughout my degree. I've applied my skills to business classes, environmental science research, and internships, all thanks to the flexibility Siena offers. I can combine a rich understanding of concepts with real-world experience and projects that showcase my abilities." – Oliver Cochrane
• Ethical and Responsible Data Use: In a world driven by data, ethical considerations are crucial. Courses like Ethics of Science and Technology will challenge you to think critically about data privacy, AI, and the broader implications of technology in society.
• Graduates have landed roles at local healthcare providers, startups, and even global names like The Athletic, FOX Entertainment, and Yelp. Data science isn’t just a career; it’s a lucrative pathway where you can make a difference, no matter your field. 

Ready to dive in?

• Start your journey with Siena’s Data Science program today. Your path to becoming a data-driven problem solver starts here.