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Master of Science in Data Science

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Master of Science in Data Science

Ball State University

Accredited degree

Offered by Ball State University

24 months

11 courses total (33 credits), 6-9 hours per week per course

~ $17,000 USD total cost

$489 per credit, with pay-as-you-go tuition for each course

No application required

Degree admission is entirely performance-based

100% online

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

Develop advanced data skills, no data science background required

Launch a career in data science with Ball State’s Master of Science in Data Science. This program is designed for professionals from a wide range of academic and career backgrounds. With performance-based admission, you can enroll in the MS-DS program without a specific bachelor's degree, GMAT/GRE scores, or prior work experience in the field. This removes traditional barriers, allowing you to develop in-demand skills through a hands-on, project-based curriculum where you will master data visualization, statistical methods, and machine learning.

The pathway to full admission is clear and transparent. You are fully admitted into the MS-DS program after successfully completing the first three courses with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher. This unique approach allows you to demonstrate your readiness for graduate-level work while making meaningful progress toward your degree. After admission, you will continue to build expertise through advanced coursework and hands-on projects, developing practical skills that support your career growth in the evolving field of data science.

What sets this program apart?

An accessible path for any background
Enroll with no prior data science experience and build the skills you need with our foundational programming courses.
A curriculum focused on core skills
Complete a 33-credit curriculum centered on key areas like data visualization, statistical methods, and machine learning.
Develop practical, in-demand skills
Gain applied knowledge through hands-on projects and technical assessments that use the latest industry tools.
Personalized support for your journey
Receive one-on-one guidance from a dedicated student success specialist who is with you from enrollment to graduation.
Career resources for your next role
Advance your career with professional coaching, a resume builder, and networking through our global alumni network.
An accredited degree from an online leader
Offered by Ball State University, recognized for high-quality online education and faculty engagement.

今天就缴纳 2026 年夏季班的注册押金！

  • 报名表开放：2026 年 1 月 12 日
  • 课程注册开始2026 年 3 月 23 日
  • 报名截止2026 年 5 月 11 日

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2026 年夏季班截止日期：5月11日

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Accredited degree

Offered by Ball State University

24 months

11 courses total (33 credits), 6-9 hours per week per course

~ $17,000 USD total cost

$489 per credit, with pay-as-you-go tuition for each course

No application required

Degree admission is entirely performance-based

100% online

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

Accredited degree

Offered by Ball State University

24 months

11 courses total (33 credits), 6-9 hours per week per course

Develop advanced data skills, no data science background required

Launch a career in data science with Ball State’s Master of Science in Data Science. This program is designed for professionals from a wide range of academic and career backgrounds. With performance-based admission, you can enroll in the MS-DS program without a specific bachelor's degree, GMAT/GRE scores, or prior work experience in the field. This removes traditional barriers, allowing you to develop in-demand skills through a hands-on, project-based curriculum where you will master data visualization, statistical methods, and machine learning.

The pathway to full admission is clear and transparent. You are fully admitted into the MS-DS program after successfully completing the first three courses with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher. This unique approach allows you to demonstrate your readiness for graduate-level work while making meaningful progress toward your degree. After admission, you will continue to build expertise through advanced coursework and hands-on projects, developing practical skills that support your career growth in the evolving field of data science.

What sets this program apart?

An accessible path for any background
Enroll with no prior data science experience and build the skills you need with our foundational programming courses.
A curriculum focused on core skills
Complete a 33-credit curriculum centered on key areas like data visualization, statistical methods, and machine learning.
Develop practical, in-demand skills
Gain applied knowledge through hands-on projects and technical assessments that use the latest industry tools.
Personalized support for your journey
Receive one-on-one guidance from a dedicated student success specialist who is with you from enrollment to graduation.
Career resources for your next role
Advance your career with professional coaching, a resume builder, and networking through our global alumni network.
An accredited degree from an online leader
Offered by Ball State University, recognized for high-quality online education and faculty engagement.

今天就缴纳 2026 年夏季班的注册押金！

  • 报名表开放：2026 年 1 月 12 日
  • 课程注册开始2026 年 3 月 23 日
  • 报名截止2026 年 5 月 11 日

活动预告

  • 敬请关注

Build toward a degree at your own pace

Not ready to commit to a full degree? Start with a course. When you complete eligible courses, you may be able to have your learning recognized for credit if you are admitted and enroll in the Master of Science in Data Science. Gain in-demand skills while building towards a degree.

Get started with one of these eligible courses and build your progress toward a future degree.

*Successful 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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No application needed

Ball State University offers a performance-based pathway for all learners for the Master of Science in Data Science. Get admitted based on your performance in approved courses - no application required.

Complete a 3-course pathway in programming, data science, and data visualization for credit. Achieve at least a cumulative 3.0 GPA and you’ll be admitted to the degree program.

*Eligibility requirements apply. Each institution determines the successful course completion required to qualify for performance-based admission. Review the admissions process for this degree program for more information. Click on a specific course for details.

[Featured Image]: An NFT developer in a red ballcap focuses intently on their computer screen as they work on their current project.

Summer 2026 deadline: May 11, 2026

Don’t miss your chance to join the intake!

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当您完成这些课程时，如果您被录取并注册，您所学到的知识可被承认为本学位的学分¹。

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必须成功申请并注册。资格要求适用。各院校会根据您现有的学分情况，确定完成本课程后可计入学位要求的学分。单击特定课程了解更多信息。

常见问题

无论您是在实体教室还是网络教室上课，都能获得声誉卓著的波尔州立大学学位。 波尔州立大学的在线学位与校内学位具有同等效力。 毕业证书上不会注明您是在网上还是在印第安纳校区获得的学位。

是的，波尔州立大学获得了高等教育委员会的认证。 了解更多。

您可以试用我们的路径课程一周，并获得全额退款。 您需要在开课日期后 7 个日历日内退学，才有资格获得退款。 注册时请密切注意截止日期。 这是了解自己是否准备好接受数据科学硕士课程的刺激和严格要求的好方法。

Summer 2026 deadline: May 11, 2026

Don’t miss your chance to join the intake!