M.S. Data Science

Discover the world of data science. Data explains where we’ve been and can predict what lies ahead. A graduate degree in data science prepares you to analyze data, predict outcomes and use this knowledge to improve business and strengthen your community. 

• As a Regis student, you’ll gain a deep understanding of predictive analytics, statistics, data visualization and data engineering, as well as the ethical and legal nuances of data collection.
• You won’t just be sitting in front of a computer, either — between our combined curriculum, practicums and project-based learning, you’ll have plenty of opportunities to see how data is actually put to use. Our curriculum covers both analytics and engineering, meaning you’ll become a well-rounded, dynamic data scientist.
• If you’re interested in a career that’s challenging, fulfilling and lucrative, look no further than data science. The median salary for data scientists is $117,345, with a projected need of 2.7 million data analyst and manager roles to be filled by 2028. As a Regis student, you’ll build an impressive portfolio of work demonstrating your data science expertise, which can be sent to future employers. Classes are primarily online, in flexible, 8-week terms to fit around your busy schedule. On-campus courses are available only to students in a cohort of 10 students or more.

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Merit Scholarship Available

• Every new, eligible M.S. in Data Science student starting at Regis University will receive a Dean’s Scholarship of up to $12,000 for online students or $13,200 for full-time, on-campus students. Learn more and see eligibility requirements here.

Join Regis Alumni Working As:

• Data Architect- Data Architects construct and maintain a company's database. They are knowledgeable in data architecture, design and deployment and are in charge of how data is stored and integrated into IT systems.
• Statistician- Statisticians collect and gather data to resolve real-world problems by working and collaborating with a variety of workers in other fields such as mathematicians, engineers, and scientists.
• Data Engineer- Data Engineers focus on preparing data for analysis by designing, building and integrating data from company resources. Their goal is to optimize and make data accessible.
• Data Scientist- Data Scientists interpret and analyze large amounts of data. After analyzing the data, Data Scientists use information from the analysis to develop solutions to business challenges.
• Business Intelligence Analyst- Business Intelligence Analysts use data analytics to determine trends. Their analytics helps drive decision making.
• Data Engineer- Data Engineers are responsible for converting data into a format that allows it to be analyzed. Data Engineers should expect to learn about their company's goal or mission which will help figure out what kinds of data need to be converted.

Not quite ready for the full degree?

• Start with a certificate program and see what you think. All classes taken as part of the Data Science graduate certificate can be applied towards the master's degree in Data Science, so you can decide to keep going without skipping a beat.

Imagine Yourself In ...

• MSDS 610: Data Engineering- Techniques for designing, building and managing information with relational databases, NoSQL databases and big data infrastructure.
• MSDS 662: Exploratory Data Analysis- Methods for analyzing, summarizing and formulating hypotheses about data using visual methods and data collection experiments.
• MSDS 680: Machine Learning- Construction and study of software systems that learn from data using supervised, unsupervised and reinforcement learning techniques.

How to Apply
To apply to the M.S. in Data Science program, you will need:

• Online application
• Official degree-bearing transcripts
• Resume
• Admissions essay

Relevant work experience or bachelor's degree
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