Master of Data Science at Rochester Institute of Technology

Rochester Institute of Technology

United States of America, Rochester

University Rank:#951

Rochester Institute of Technology offers the Master of Data Science as a full-time degree delivered on campus at its main campus in Rochester , United States of America. Taught in English and completed over 2 years, the program equips students with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills required for data science and related professional fields. The next available intake begins on September 2, 2027.

About Master of Data Science

The explosive growth in demand for data science skills is disrupting today's job markets. These skills are found in over half of all job postings related to this field.

Data Analytics: Data analysis skills are projected to grow in demand to 82% by 2026, and machine learning skills are growing by 1-2%.
Data Science: Demand for skills in artificial intelligence is growing by 128% and deep learning skills demand is growing by 135%.
Software and Programming: Demand for expertise in Python is growing by 21%; blockchain skills are growing by 245%.
Experimental Design: Crossover, adaptive, and equivalence designs are dominating 38% of this job market.

Designed for working professionals studying on campus or online part-time, this degree program has a strong career focus. You'll learn both practical and theoretical skills to handle large-scale data management and analysis challenges ever-present in today's data-driven organizations. This program places a unique focus on training data scientists in strong software engineering skills so that they can effectively develop real-world data science applications which operate within modern organizations' computational workflows. You'll be learning with students from varied professional backgrounds and working with practitioners active in the field to provide hands-on experience solving real problems.

Students are also interested in: Information Technology and Analytics MS, Business Analytics MS, Applied Statistics MS, Health Informatics MS, Bioinformatics MS

This program is offered on-campus or online.

Demand is high for professionals skilled in both analytics and computing. Enhance your skill set by learning to manage large-scale data sets in this data science master's.

Requirements and Admission Criteria for Master of Data Science at Rochester Institute of Technology

Entry Requirements

Transcript(s)

RIT requires transcripts from all colleges and universities that you have attended, including transcript grading keys.
International students should provide transcripts (or mark sheets) and degree certificates from all post-secondary institutions.

To submit your transcript(s) for application review:

Upload copies or official transcript(s) with the submission of your online application, or
Upload your transcript(s) through your admissions portal after you have submitted your application

Upon enrollment at RIT, you will need to contact your prior college or university and request that your official, final records be sent directly to RIT. Documents you upload are not considered official.

Degree Requirements

All applicants to RIT’s graduate programs must hold—or currently be completing—a four-year baccalaureate degree, or the equivalent of a U.S. bachelor’s degree, granted by an accredited college or university.

If you have not yet completed your undergraduate coursework, your admission will be contingent upon submission of your final transcript showing the degree granted and the date of the degree.

3-Year Degrees from International Universities
RIT will review applicants with 3-year degrees from international universities. Students with 3-year degrees from India must meet all of the following conditions:

The college or university is WHED recognized, and
The college or university is NAAC accredited with an "A" grade, and
You have passed in the 1st Class (or equivalent).

If you do not meet the above requirements, you may request a WES evaluation or you would need to complete (or be in the process of) postgraduate study.

If your 3-year undergraduate degree is currently in progress, you may be admitted contingent upon obtaining your degree in the 1st class or equivalent.

Higher National Diplomas (HNDs) from Nigeria or Ghana
RIT considers Higher National Diplomas (HNDs) from Nigeria or Ghana to be comparable to US bachelor’s degrees under the following conditions: the HND is a 2-year program that followed a 2-year National Diploma (ND) or Ordinary National Diploma (OND) program, for a total of at least 4 years of post-secondary study.

Resume or Curriculum Vitae (CV)

Upload a resume or curriculum vitae (CV) to your online application. Your resume or curriculum vitae (CV) should include details about your education, employment, and internship history. Pertinent research experience should be included as well.

English Requirements

PTEMin 60
IELTSMin 6.5
TOEFLMin 88

Career Opportunities after Completing Master of Data Science

Typical Job Titles

Data Scientist	Data Engineer
Data Architect	Machine Learning Engineer
Data Analyst	Database Administrator
Statistician	Business Analyst

Salary and Career Information for Data Science MS

Cooperative Education

What makes an RIT education exceptional? It's the ability to complete relevant, hands-on career experience. At the graduate level, and paired with an advanced degree, cooperative education and internships give you the unparalleled credentials that truly set you apart. Learn more about graduate co-op and how it provides you with the career experience employers look for in their next top hires.

Cooperative education is optional but strongly encouraged for graduate students in the data science MS degree.

Tuition and Fee Information for Master of Data Science at Rochester Institute of Technology

Application Fee 65

How to Apply for Master of Data Science at Rochester Institute of Technology

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Master of Data Science at Rochester Institute of Technology

Rochester Institute of Technology

United States of America, Rochester