Master of Science in Data Science

Catapult Your Professional Career in Data Science

A Well-Balanced and Customizable Degree for Diverse Student Backgrounds

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.

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Application Deadlines

For graduate student admissions information, please visit How to Apply as a Graduate Student.

International Students

For information regarding international student admissions, please visit International Admissions & Student Services.

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Admissions Requirements

• Data Science M.S.
• Admission Deadline
  Standard Graduate Admission Deadline
• Application
  A standard university application is required.
• 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

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.

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