Master of Science in Data Science
Catapult Your Professional Career in Data Science
University of Houston-Clear Lake's (UHCL) Master of Science in Data Science takes a modern, industrial-oriented, and multi-disciplinary approach to prepare students for promising data science jobs in various career paths. These include data scientist, data engineer, business analyst, data analyst, and data programmer, to name a few. Data science is the effective use of data to extract valuable information and solve problems. It incorporates multi-disciplinary theories and skills, including computer science, statistics, software engineering, and the application domains.
According to U.S. News & World Report, data scientist ranked eighth in the 100 Best Jobs in the U.S. in 2024, with a median salary of $103,500. It also ranks this profession as the fourth best technology job and the seventh best STEM job.
A Well-Balanced and Customizable Degree for Diverse Student Backgrounds
The Data Science M.S. degree is designated as a STEM subject, but is designed for a wide range of undergraduate backgrounds, including non-STEM students. Students can choose between a specialization in business analytics, bioinformatics, computational intelligent systems, or they can custom-design a specialization to complement a specific career track.
UH-Clear Lake's Data Science M.S. has a close tie with local businesses and industry to ensure the program balances currency and relevance, and to provide industrial capstone projects to students. In addition, faculty members maintain active research in data science-related areas, including data analytics, the Internet of Things, and blockchain.
Why Choose the Data Science M.S. at UHCL?
- Designed for Diverse Industries: UH-Clear Lake's data science degree is application-oriented, designed for students with diverse backgrounds, including non-STEM areas. As a graduate of the program, you can land a wide range of positions in your selected career specialization area.
- Student-Oriented Faculty: Faculty members will assist students throughout the program, ensuring they take courses within their selected specialization areas.
- Experiential Learning: The degree program offers many practical, hands-on assignments and projects. In particular, all students must complete the capstone project courses, with projects sponsored mainly by UHCL's industrial partners.
Application Deadlines
For graduate student admissions information, please visit How to Apply as a Graduate Student.
Returning Students - August 15
International - May 1
Returning Students - January 15
International - October 1
Returning Students - May 25
International - April 1
International Students
For information regarding international student admissions, please visit International Admissions & Student Services.
Admissions Requirements
New, non-degree seeking, and returning UHCL students applying after the deadlines
above may be considered for admission on a case-by-case basis. Please contact the
appropriate graduate enrollment counselor for more information. A $50.00 Late Registration Fee or $50.00 Late Payment may apply. Review the UHCL Academic Calendar for registration and payment dates and deadlines.Applying After the Priority Deadline
Degree Requirements
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and certificate programs. Hybrid programs combine the flexibility and convenience of online learning with the
benefits of in-person instruction.
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Houston, TX 77058
Phone: 281-283-7600
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Houston, TX 77058
Phone: 281-212-1611
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Graduate Faculty
Hisham Al-Mubaid
Professor of Computer Science and Computer Information Systems,
Science and Engineering
Contact number: 281-283-3802
Email: hisham@uhcl.edu
Office: Delta 168
Ross Niswanger
Assistant Professor of Computer Information Systems,
Science and Engineering
Contact number: 281-283-3809
Email: niswanger@uhcl.edu
Office: D146
Yalong Wu
Assistant Professor of Data Science,
Science and Engineering
Contact number: 281-283-3808
Email: wuy@uhcl.edu
Office: Delta 147
Kwok-Bun Yue
Professor of Computer Science and Computer Information Systems,
Science and Engineering
Contact number: 281-283-3864
Email: yue@uhcl.edu
Office: Delta 163