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Offered by Ball State University
Degree admission is entirely performance-based
Benefit from affordable tuition and flexible payment options
33 credits of graduate coursework
This master’s degree from Ball State University is making a career in the growing field of data science more attainable for all kinds of learners. It’s a program that could be right for you whether you have an educational background in data science and programming or not. You’ll start by taking courses in data science foundations, data structures, and programming so that you have the foundational knowledge you need to succeed in your studies. On top of that, you’ll learn applicable skills in innovative areas such as data wrangling, visualization, analytics, statistical methods, and machine learning. And, you can apply the skills you learn the very next day in your current workplace.
You can gain acceptance into the program regardless of your educational background or professional experience. Complete three courses with a cumulative 3.0 GPA and you will earn admission into the degree program.
Courses are offered in the fall, spring, and summer semesters. However, students have options to begin learning right away, including:
Registering for a course in an upcoming term
Open Content from Ball State University
Industry Content from Coursera partners including Google, IBM, and more
What’s in this degree program?
Enrollment for Summer 2025 is now open!
Start your Master's degree by enrolling today. If you're not ready, request more information.
Offered by Ball State University
Degree admission is entirely performance-based
Benefit from affordable tuition and flexible payment options
33 credits of graduate coursework
Offered by Ball State University
Degree admission is entirely performance-based
Benefit from affordable tuition and flexible payment options
33 credits of graduate coursework
This master’s degree from Ball State University is making a career in the growing field of data science more attainable for all kinds of learners. It’s a program that could be right for you whether you have an educational background in data science and programming or not. You’ll start by taking courses in data science foundations, data structures, and programming so that you have the foundational knowledge you need to succeed in your studies. On top of that, you’ll learn applicable skills in innovative areas such as data wrangling, visualization, analytics, statistical methods, and machine learning. And, you can apply the skills you learn the very next day in your current workplace.
You can gain acceptance into the program regardless of your educational background or professional experience. Complete three courses with a cumulative 3.0 GPA and you will earn admission into the degree program.
Courses are offered in the fall, spring, and summer semesters. However, students have options to begin learning right away, including:
Registering for a course in an upcoming term
Open Content from Ball State University
Industry Content from Coursera partners including Google, IBM, and more
What’s in this degree program?
Enrollment for Summer 2025 is now open!
You can gain acceptance into Ball State’s Master of Science in Data Science through performance-based admissions. No entrance exams, application fee, or transcripts are required. You will complete three 3-credit courses, and if you earn a cumulative 3.0 GPA or better, then you will be fully admitted into the program.
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Ball State’s College of Sciences and Humanities is all about preparing students to analyze situations, think critically, solve problems, and communicate their ideas clearly.
Dean of the College of Sciences and Humanities
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Ball State’s College of Sciences and Humanities is all about preparing students to analyze situations, think critically, solve problems, and communicate their ideas clearly.
Dean of the College of Sciences and Humanities
Ball State University
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You’ll earn a reputable Ball State degree whether you’re taking classes in a physical or online classroom. Ball State’s online degrees carry the same weight as those earned on campus. Your diploma will not indicate whether you earned your degree online or on its Indiana campus.
Yes, Ball State is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. Learn more.
Yes! Preview 4 weeks of our open content courses to see if Ball State is the right fit for you.
Many students take one or two courses at a time to balance work, classes, and other responsibilities. You may take more than two classes at a time, but it isn’t recommended for students who work full-time. Request information to learn more.
Yes, in fact it is encouraged that online students come to Ball State University’s campus to participate in commencement ceremonies. Commencement is held at the end of the Fall, Spring, and Summer semesters. Ball State also webcasts its Spring commencement ceremonies if you cannot travel.
Yes, you will have access to most of the same student resources and services that on-campus students have—including Ball State’s library services, online tutoring, career services, and more. As an online student, you also have a dedicated Ball State Student Success Specialist.
This program is built for career switchers and learners of all educational backgrounds and career experiences. Whether you come from a data science or programming background or not, performance-based admissions simplify the road toward your career goals. If you can successfully complete three courses, you can earn admission to the Ball State Master’s in Data Science.
Ball State applies a concierge approach when it comes to your experience with your Student Success Specialist. You’ll find that your assigned Specialist is with you every step of the way–from registration to graduation–anticipating your learning needs, providing guidance on courses, suggesting resources and opportunities to enhance your overall academic experience, and rooting for your success.
Your Student Success Specialist helps you navigate the “business of being a student,” whether you’re fresh out of college, took some time off, or are completely new to online education.
Individual Course Withdrawal: If you wish to withdraw from a course(s), but not all of the courses you registered for, you may be eligible for a reduction of your original tuition charges based on the below refund schedule:
Total Course Withdrawal: If you wish to withdraw from ALL of your courses here is the refund schedule:
If you’re unsure of the path you want to take, you can get a feel for both degrees while completing the pathway courses. Ball State’s MS in Computer Science and MS in Data Science offers two overlapping pathway courses – CS 617 and DSCI 605 – that count toward both degrees. After taking these courses, you can decide which program you’re most interested in and switch to it the next semester.
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