The Saint Louis University Bachelor of Science in Data Science is an interdisciplinary program supported by the Department of Computer Science and the Department of Mathematics and Statistics. The curriculum is modeled upon guidelines for undergraduate programs in data science as endorsed by the American Statistical Association's Board of Directors. Classes are small and are taught by enthusiastic instructors.

Saint Louis University offers the Bachelor of Data Science as a full-time degree delivered on campus at its main campus in Saint Louis , United States of America. Taught in English and completed over 4 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 August 23, 2027.
About Bachelor of Data Science
- Graduates will be able to use programming and other computer science skills to analyze and interact with data.
- Graduates will be able to apply statistics to analyze data sets.
- Graduates will be able to acquire and manage complex data sets.
- Graduates will be able to use technical skills in predictive modeling.
- Graduates will be able to visualize data to facilitate the effective presentation of data-driven insights.
Requirements and Admission Criteria for Bachelor of Data Science at Saint Louis University
Entry Requirements
Send transcripts of all secondary work.
Find out from your admission counselor what secondary credentials are required. We’ll evaluate how you’ve done in school up to this point, so please send all transcripts for secondary work, along with their English language translations.
Submit proof of your English language proficiency.
These are scores from any standardized test you may have taken to prepare for college — TOEFL, IELTS, PTE, SAT, ACT or Duolingo score. All of our international applicants are required to demonstrate their English proficiency, and these tests can help us make that determination.
If you do not meet SLU’s direct entry requirements, we encourage you to apply to the Pathway or English Language programs offered by INTO Saint Louis University.
Recommended items.
Though not required for admission, submission of a resume of activities and letters of recommendation is encouraged. All undergraduate applicants are also encouraged to complete an admission interview.
English Requirements
- PTEMin 54
- IELTSMin 6.5
- TOEFLMin 80
Career Opportunities after Completing Bachelor of Data Science
The McKinsey Report estimated that the United States would face a shortfall of between 140-190 thousand people with deep analytical skills, while also needing 1.5 million managers and analysts with the know-how to make decisions based on the analysis of big data.
The Harvard Business Review calls data scientist "the sexiest job of the 21st century," and each year from 2016-2018, Glassdoor has ranked data scientist as the No. 1 overall job in the USA in terms of the number of job openings, earning potential and career opportunities rating. Data is being produced in many places, and companies need employees who can analyze the data and communicate about the results. Students with a B.S. in data science will be well-positioned to work in technology, government, research and consulting fields, among others.
Tuition and Fee Information for Bachelor of Data Science at Saint Louis University
How to Apply for Bachelor of Data Science at Saint Louis University
The online application will ask about your educational background and citizenship to help determine your eligibility. If you are applying to enter SLU as a first-time, freshman student, we’ll also ask you to complete an essay. There is no application fee to apply for undergraduate admission to SLU.

United States of America, Saint Louis