Data Analytics

Washington State University

United States of America, Pullman

University Rank:#423

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Duration4 year(s)

Tuition Fee

USD 39,814 / Year

Next IntakeJanuary 31, 2022

Data Analytics

About

Data analytics tools and techniques are used by many different industries to create, manage, and explore big datasets, extract information and develop predictive models, and make better decisions. In recent years, there has been an explosion in demand for skilled data analysts.

Core data skills will enable you to work as a data analyst in diverse employment sectors. In addition to strong data analytics skills, you will develop domain knowledge needed to translate raw data into appropriate industry applications.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Secondary School

To be considered for admission to Washington State University as a freshman, a student needs to complete at least 12 years of school, culminating in an appropriate secondary certificate or external examination. (We may consider the first year or two of university in some countries to be secondary level.)

Schooling should include preparation in humanities, mathematics, basic sciences, and social sciences.

WSU requires a minimum grade point average of 2.70 (on a 4.00 scale) for admission as an international freshman.

College or University Transfer

To be admitted to WSU as an international transfer student, you need to complete a minimum of 27 semester credits or at least 1 full year of study at an accredited post-secondary school. WSU requires a minimum grade point average of at least 2.50 (on a 4.00 scale) for admission as an international transfer student.

Transfer Credit for A-Level Examinations

Students who have completed GCE A-Level examinations may qualify for transfer credit. We do not grant college credit for AS-level exams. Visit our Cambridge Credit Chart for more detailed information on which exams qualify for A-level transfer credit. In order to receive transfer credit, applicants must have the awarding body send their official A-level Statement of Results to WSU.

English Requirements

IELTSMin 6.5
TOEFLMin 79

English Program Requirements

WSU accepts scores from the following exams. Score reports can be uploaded into the online international undergraduate admission application at time of submission or emailed or sent by postal mail to our office. Scores must be less than 2 years old.

Career

Data analytics is currently the most in demand of all technical fields, with starting salaries in six figures for some application areas.

Core data skills acquired in the degree enable you to work as a data analyst in diverse employment sectors, including manufacturing, e-commerce, transportation, retail, health care, government, insurance, finance, education, environmental management, and more.

Your degree specialization will facilitate your entry into companies and industries that need data analysts:

Actuarial Science
Risk assessment; asset and investment management

Agricultural and Environmental Systems
Forest management; precision agriculture; geographic information systems

Business
Management consulting; data architecture; market research; supply chain management

Computation
Software engineering; data science; database management

Economics
Forecasting; auction design; e-commerce optimization

Life Sciences
Bioinformatics; biomedical research and development

Physical Sciences
Cheminformatics; computational chemistry; product/process development

Social Sciences
Adaptive Learning; policy research; psychometrics; program evaluation

Fee Information

Application Fee 70

How to Apply

Gather Your Documents

Check the admission requirements for information about academic standards and required documents.

Your application for admission must include:

Official transcripts
Proof of English language proficiency
Copy of your passport identification page or national identity card

Get the admission application and other necessary forms.

Prepare Your Information

You will want to prepare some information before beginning your online application.

Be ready to answer questions about your anticipated visa status
Be ready to tell us how you meet the language proficiency requirement (through an English proficiency exam score or an exam waiver)

You may upload electronic copies of your documents when you submit your application online. If you upload transcripts they will be considered unofficial. It is best to send transcripts separately after you submit your application.

Complete the Application and Submit Documents

To complete the application and submit it for our review you will need to pay the $70 application fee by credit card or wire transfer. If you have questions about paying this fee please contact us.

If you do not wish to upload documents into the application, or do not have them ready to upload and submit, you may mail or email them to the International Undergraduate Admissions Office when you submit your application.

Office of International Programs
International Undergraduate Admissions
Kruegel Hall
PO Box 643251
Pullman, WA 99164-3251
USA
[email protected]

Data Analytics

Washington State University

United States of America, Pullman

Go to Official Website