Master of Science in Data Science

University of Colorado Boulder

Accredited degree

Offered by the University of Colorado Boulder

Finish in 24 months

30 courses total (30 credit hours) full or part-time, 4–6 hours per week per course

$15,750 USD total cost

Each time you take a course, pay tuition for that course only ($525/credit hour)

Performance-based admission

Start learning and show us you’re ready, regardless of your background

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

An interdisciplinary curriculum for data-driven strategy

The Master of Science in Data Science program, sits at the unique intersection of computer science, statistics, and business applications. Co-taught by experts from five distinct university departments, it provides a holistic perspective on the entire data lifecycle, from collection and modeling to strategic interpretation.

You will learn to do more than just analyze data; you will be trained to translate it. The coursework is intentionally designed to equip you with the skills to build predictive models, design effective experiments, and clearly communicate your findings to drive real-world business impact and inform leadership decisions.