About the course

Data scientist is ranked the number one best job in America, according to Glassdoor?s 2019 jobs report. The Master of Science in Data Science degree prepares individuals to be the next generation of data scientists.

　　Graduates of the M.S. program are ready to enter industry or begin Ph.D.-level work in data science, making the program a perfect starting point for those interested in pursuing a Ph.D. in the field or furthering their career. BGSU?s Master of Science in Data Science program is interdisciplinary. Students benefit by working with and learning from expert faculty representing three departments: Computer Science, Mathematics & Statistics, and Applied Statistics & Operations Research. BGSU provides an education that blends those three disciplines in a robust fashion, resulting in graduates that have a breadth and depth of knowledge in all three disciplines. Individuals in the M.S. program at BGSU learn to acquire, clean and organize structured and unstructured datasets and develop appropriate techniques to analyze structured, unstructured or dynamic datasets. The M.S. in Data Science program requires 30 credit hours. The courses in the program are evenly split between computer science, mathematical statistics, and applied statistics. The capstone experience is a project-oriented class in which students fully model and analyze a significant dataset. The courses in the program give ideal preparation for the Ph.D. program in Data Science, and simultaneously prepare graduates to work as data scientists in industry. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 3 Semester(s)Fees: US$21,615

Intake	Location
Spring (January), 2024	Bowling Green
Summer (May), 2024	Bowling Green
Fall (August), 2024	Bowling Green
Spring (January), 2025	Bowling Green
Summer (May), 2025	Bowling Green
Fall (August), 2025	Bowling Green
Spring (January), 2026	Bowling Green
Summer (May), 2026	Bowling Green

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for Bowling Green State University

Applicants must have graduated with a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university or complete the degree prior to enrollment. Students are advised to apply at least six months in advance for admission. International students should allow more time for the application process. All credentials submitted to BGSU become the property of BGSU and will not be released.

　　Applicants are eligible for regular admission to the Graduate College if they have a minimum cumulative undergraduate grade point average of 2.75 out of 4.0 or the equivalent. An academic program may also request regular admission if an applicant has a minimum grade point average of 3.0 in the last 60 credits of completed undergraduate work or a grade point average of 3.0 or higher in at least nine credits of graduate coursework.

　　Additional Documents required:

　　Submit scores from the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) General Test or the Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT)

　　Three Letters of Recommendation from faculty or professionals who know you well

　　Resume

　　Statement of Purpose

　　80 TOEFL IBT

　　6.5 IELTS

　　53 PTE (Pearson Test of English)

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 80.0

　　

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