Data Science M.S.
Catapult Your Professional Career in Data Science
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. Data science
is one of the most favorable career paths for highly-skilled professionals from diverse
backgrounds. Based on salary, job demand growth and job satisfaction, Glassdoor.com
ranked data scientist among the top three best jobs in the United States since 2016.
It reported a median salary of $113,736 in 2021.
The University of Houston-Clear Lake's Master of Science in Data Science degree takes
a modern, industrial-oriented and multi-disciplinary approach to prepare students
for promising data science jobs in wide career paths, such as data scientist and engineer,
business and data analyst, data and enterprise architect, etc.
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A Well-Balanced and Customizable Degree for Diverse Student Backgrounds
The Data Science M.S. degree program is designated as a STEM subject but is designed
for a wide range of undergraduate backgrounds, including those that are non-STEM.
Students can choose between a specialization in business analytics, bioinformatics,
and big data and cloud solutions, or custom-design a specialization to complement
a specific career track.
The Data Science program has a close tie with local businesses and industry to ensure
the program balance, currency and relevance, and to provide industrial capstone projects
to the student. The faculty body is student-oriented and maintains active research
in data science-related areas, including data analytics, Internet of Things and blockchain.
Admission Requirements
Get ready to calculate the course load for your education at University of Houston-Clear Lake! Learn more about the courses required to succeed here in the College of Science and Engineering.
- Data Science M.S.
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Admission DeadlineStandard Graduate Admission Deadline
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ApplicationA standard university application is required.
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Requirements
- GPA of 3.0 in an undergraduate degree.
- GRE Total Score of 300 (155 Quantitative and 140 Verbal). GMAT may be used in lieu
of GRE.
- GRE is not required for students with a Master or Ph.D. degree or a Bachelor degree from an accredited US university.
- Foundation Courses (C or better in the following courses or their equivalent): DASC 4301 - Python Programming for Data Science Credit Hours: 3, and STAT 3334 - Probability and Statistics for Scientists and Engineers Credit Hours: 3
Degree Requirements
UHCL's College of Science and Engineering has created a solid foundation of study designed to help you make your educational dreams a reality. Explore the classes you'll need to take for your University of Houston-Clear Lake degree.
Data Science, M.S.Cost Information
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Deadlines for Applying
- Graduate Deadlines
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FallNew Degree-Seeking Students - August 1
Returning UHCL Students - August 15 -
SpringNew Degree-Seeking Students - January 5
Returning UHCL Students - January 15 -
SummerNew Degree-Seeking Students - May 1
Returning UHCL Students - May 25
Please note, some graduate programs have special deadlines and requirements. For more information, go to How to Apply as a Graduate Student. The online application is scheduled to close for Graduate students after the Formal UHCL Student deadline of each semester.
Applying After the Priority Deadline
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.
- International Deadlines
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Fall
Priority Deadline - May 1
Extended Deadline - June 1 -
Spring
Deadline - October 1
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Summer*
Deadline - April 1
For more information regarding deferring your application, please visit Deferring International Admission.
Students interested in qualifying for scholarships &/or applying for visas outside the U.S. should apply and submit the application documents/test scores by the priority deadline
*International freshmen applicants will not be accepted for Summer semester.
Locations
University of Houston-Clear Lake
2700 Bay Area Blvd
Houston, TX 77058
Phone: 281-283-7600
UHCL Online
Bayou Building, Room 1406
2700 Bay Area Blvd
Houston, TX 77058
Phone: 281-212-1611
Make the most of a hectic schedule and study from home or the office through UHCL Online, offering the same level of excellence for more than 20 undergraduate, graduate and certificate programs.
Hybrid
Hybrid programs combine the flexibility and convenience of online learning with the benefits of in-person instruction.
Data Science M.S. Faculty
Gary Boetticher
Associate Professor of Computer Science, Computer Information Systems and Software
Engineering
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Science and Engineering
Contact number: 281-283-3805
Email: boetticher@uhcl.edu
Office: Delta 164
Ross Niswanger
Assistant Professor of Computer Information Systems,
Science and Engineering
Contact number: 281-283-3809
Email: niswanger@uhcl.edu
Office: D146
Wei Wei
Program Chair of Computer Information Systems and Associate Professor of Computer
Information Systems
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Science and Engineering
Contact number: 281-283-3732
Email: Wei@UHCL.edu
Office: Delta 175
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