Data Science
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    Data Science

    Harvard University
    Harvard University
    United States of America
    United States of America, Cambridge
    University Rank:#4
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    Duration2 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    USD 92,652 / Total
    Next IntakeSeptember 5, 2023

    Data Science

    About

    Data Science is an area of study within the Harvard John A. Paulson School of Engineering and Applied Sciences. Prospective students apply through GSAS; in the online application, select "Engineering and Applied Sciences"‌ as your program choice and select "SM Data Science"‌ in the Area of Study menu.

     

    Data is being generated at an ever-increasing speed across all aspects of modern life. The Data Science master's program combines computer science and statistics to train students how to analyze, contextualize, and draw insights from that data. The program offers strong preparation in statistical modeling, machine learning, optimization, management and analysis of massive data sets, and data acquisition.

    The program especially focuses on hands-on research projects. In many of the program's courses you will demonstrate your mastery of the material covered in the course by applying those methods in a final project. In addition, you will have a deeper research experience by completing a master's thesis on a computational project under faculty supervision or through the Capstone Project course–in which teams of students work on real-world projects sourced from industry partners, such as working with Spotify on recommender systems and with the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority on optimum bus scheduling.

    Graduates of the program have taken key positions at large technology companies, major financial institutions, and emerging startups. Others have gone on to doctoral studies in computer science and statistics.

    Disciplines

    School of Arts & Sciences

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    Your degree program will note one of three options regarding submission of scores for the GRE General Test (GSAS also accepts scores from the GRE General Test at Home).

    • Required: You must submit GRE General Test results.
    • Optional: You may submit GRE General Test results if you wish.
    • Not Accepted: Do not submit GRE General Test results. GRE General Test scores will not be considered when applications are reviewed.

    Sending GRE Scores

    When taking the GRE, you will have an opportunity to request that your scores be sent to your academic institutions of choice. Be sure to select Harvard University Graduate School of Arts and Sciences, as each Harvard admissions office has its own ETS school code. To ensure that your scores are matched to your applicant record, the First Name, Last Name, and Date of Birth on your test score report must match the information you enter in the GSAS Applicant Portal. GRE score reports must be sent to GSAS by the application deadline.

    • Use ETS code 3451 to send GRE scores to Harvard University Graduate School of Arts and Sciences (department code is not required).

    • GRE tests must be taken within five years of your expected date of matriculation. If you are applying for fall 2023 admission, you must submit scores from tests taken no earlier than September 1, 2018.

    • An official score report from Educational Testing Service (ETS) to Harvard University Graduate School of Arts and Sciences is required. If you have personal score reports from tests taken within the valid period (as described above), you can upload them to your application in addition to requesting that your scores be sent.

    Some degree programs also require GRE Subject Tests. Visit your degree program page of interest for more information.

    English Requirements

    • IELTSMin 6.5
    • TOEFLMin 80

    Fee Information

    Application Fee 105

    How to Apply

    STEP 1: CHOOSE A PROGRAM

    GSAS offers master’s and PhD degrees in programs based in the arts and humanities, social sciences, natural sciences, and engineering and applied sciences. Many programs also allow a student to conduct more focused research by choosing an area of study. Review the programs on offer to decide which best meets your academic goals.

    STEP 2: MAKE A NOTE OF THE APPLICATION DEADLINE

    Application deadlines vary by program and are noted on the program page.

    STEP 3: Review the STANDARDIZED TESTS requirements

    Programs may require Graduate Record Examination (GRE) general test or subject test scores. Applicants who are non-native English speakers may be required to demonstrate English proficiency by submitting scores from an English Language test (TOEFL or IELTS). Review the admissions policy on English Proficiency for more information. Be sure to register early for required tests.

    STEP 4: COMPLETE YOUR APPLICATION BY THE DEADLINE

    The online application becomes available in September. The application and all components are due by 5:00 p.m., eastern time, on the deadline date.

    Data Science

    Harvard University

    Harvard University

    United States of America

    United States of America, Cambridge

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