Requirements

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The Master of Science in Data Science (MSDS) is available for students from both STEM and non-STEM undergraduate degrees. For questions about admission requirements, please visit our Contact Us webpage and complete the inquiry form.

Admission Requirements

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  • Online Application & Deadlines

    Ready to take the next step? We’re excited to help you get there. Applying early gives you plenty of breathing room to gather your documents, connect with your enrollment advisor along the way and start dreaming up all the ways you’ll spend your first few months soaking up sunny South Florida. Review the deadlines below and reach out any time. We’re here to help make this part as smooth as possible.

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    If you apply by the priority deadline, your admission decision is expedited, and you will be eligible for priority consideration for tuition support.

    Please complete the online application by clicking here.

     

    Intended Starting Semester Priority Deadline Extended Deadline

    Fall

    		 March 1 July 1

    Spring

    October 1

    December 1

     

  • Application Fee

    An $85.00 non-refundable application fee is paid online upon submission of the application.

  • Statement of Purpose

    The statement of purpose is the most important element of your application packet. This letter needs to reflect who you are, your goals and why you would be an asset to the Master of Science in Data Science (MSDS) program. It is very important to ensure it is grammatically correct and as detailed as possible. The statement of purpose should be no more than two pages in length.

  • Letters of Recommendation

    Three letters of recommendation must be provided.

  • Official Transcripts

    You must provide official transcripts from each post-secondary institution attended.

    *Official transcripts in languages other than English must also be submitted with a certified English translation.

  • Grade Point Average (GPA)

    A minimum overall undergraduate grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.

  • Prerequisite Courses

    Linear Algebra

    MTH 210 - Linear Algebra or Equivalent

    Programming

    CSC 120 - Computer Programming 1 or Equivalent

    Probability & Statistics

    MTH 224 - Introduction to Probability & Statistics or Equivalent

  • International Students

    International students interested in applying to the MSDS program should visit our International Students page for additional admissions requirements.

Document Submission

All documents being sent via a special courier service (UPS, FedEx, etc.) should be sent to the following address:

University of Miami
Master of Science in Data Science
Attn: Liz Freshour
1541 Brescia Ave
Coral Gables, FL 33146

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