Master of Applied Data Science

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Master of Applied Data Science

University of Michigan

Applications for Spring/Summer 2025 is now open!

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Accredited diploma

Offered by the University of Michigan, a top-ranked public research university in the U.S.

100% online

Hands-on learning from anywhere, engaging group discussions with professors and peers.

12 – 36 months

Approximate program length depending on course load.

$37,823 - $50,369 USD

Tuition rate is determined by residency.

Student Experience

Earn a master of applied data science from a top ranked institution from anywhere in the world

The MADS program is fully developed, taught, and administered by the University of Michigan. The University of Michigan leverages Coursera’s online education platform to deliver the program curriculum, allowing MADS students to benefit from Coursera features such as interactive video transcription, in-course note taking, and seamless learning across multiple devices.

As a MADS student, you are able to learn on your schedule and on the device of your choice. Courses are made up of modules that can be completed during commutes or other short periods of spare time. Technical assignments are cloud hosted and often enable students to get immediate feedback. Courses include supplementary readings, video lectures, assignments, and discussions on Slack. You’ll develop hands-on skills using a multidisciplinary approach embedded in information, computer science, economics, and statistics.

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Lectures

Lectures are organized into weekly modules, available via video playback or interactive transcript. Pace yourself through online lectures before meeting with the teaching team and your classmates to dive deeper into the material.

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Mobile

Access your courses from anywhere — you can even download them to your mobile device and study offline without using your data plan.

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Forums

Interact with fellow students through course discussion forums. Get access to every question asked and answered by previous students.

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