Master of Science in Data Science

Advance your data skills to empower bold solutions

Our 30-credit data science master’s program delivers extraordinary career-building opportunities in a burgeoning field. Through hands-on experience with real data sets and client projects, you'll gain proficiency in machine learning, AI, database management, and more—all while studying in Boston, a global technology and innovation hub.

 


While earning your MSDS at Suffolk, you'll:

  • Develop the tools to effectively communicate and visualize data for diverse audiences
  • Explore the ethical implications of data use, including privacy concerns and responsible interpretation
  • Apply sophisticated data collection, analysis, and visualization techniques to real-world issues across disciplines, from media to biotech
  • Gain expertise through internships and independent study opportunities

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Success in High Demand
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35%
projected increase in data science job openings by 2032*
$177,677
median data scientist salary per year**
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22%
of all U.S. job postings require data science skills±
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STEM
eligible for OTP
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9 credits
per semester for full-time status

*U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics | **Glassdoor (as of June 2024) | ± The Burning Glass Institute


MS in Data Science Program Overview

Our master’s in data science program equips students with a deep understanding of algorithms and data structures. Paired with courses in advanced calculus, linear algebra, and statistics, you’ll acquire strong analytical skills crucial for modeling complex problems, understanding data patterns, and making informed decisions based on quantitative analysis. You’ll emerge with the confidence to apply data science techniques to specialty fields such as bioinformatics, psychology, econometrics, communication, and business intelligence.

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Explore Our Faculty's Passion for Data Science

One Program, Many Paths


Suffolk’s MSDS opens doors to various career paths. Along with data scientist positions, graduates can excel in the following roles:

Healthcare Data Analyst
Data Engineer
Machine Learning Engineer
Business Intelligence Analyst
Operations Analyst
Marketing Analyst
AI Researcher
Quantitative Analyst
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Graduate Resources

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Advising & Services

As a graduate student in the College of Arts and Sciences, you have a wealth of resources, tools, and opportunities available to you. From academic advising and financial aid counseling to international student resources and emergency hardship support, we offer a wide range of services to help you get the most out of your education.


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Internships & Careers

If you learn best by doing, you’ll thrive in our hands-on program and in this ever-changing field. Our dedicated team at the Center for Career Equity, Development & Success will help you explore career options while providing professional development workshops, job connections, and lifelong access to all of the Center’s tools and resources.
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Applying to Suffolk’s MSDS Program

Application Deadlines

Fall 2025 Deadline: June 15
Applications are for Fall semester only. Early application is encouraged, as applications are considered on a rolling basis. Learn about the advantages of priority applications.

Application Materials

  • Completed application
  • $50 Application Fee (waived for students who visit campus or attend an event virtually)
  • Resume
  • Goal Statement (custom prompt)
  • Two letters of recommendation (learn more)
  • Unofficial transcripts of all post-secondary work. Admitted students enrolling in the program will need to have official transcripts, including proof of degree conferral, on file prior to their first class
  • Official TOEFL, IELTS, Duolingo or PTE-Academic Scores (international students only)

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Leveling Courses

Candidates who have not completed an undergraduate program of study in Mathematics, Computer Science, or Statistics or have not successfully completed (with a grade of B or better) academic courses in introductory Computer Programming in Python, Calculus, or Probability & Statistics, are required to complete leveling courses.
Learn more about the evaluation process and requirements

Cost of Graduate Study at Suffolk

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Financial Aid for Graduate Study

Suffolk University is pleased to offer merit-based financial aid to graduate students—these awards can be up to $14,750 per academic year. Merit-based aid is awarded based on the applicant's academic credentials presented on the admission application. No separate application is required for merit consideration.

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Explore Our Data-Driven Graduate Degrees

Suffolk offers two data-driven advanced degrees—the Sawyer Business School’s MS in Business Analytics and the College of Arts & Sciences' MS in Data Science—to align with your interests and professional goals.

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MS in Data Science

This program is geared toward those who are eager to explore data science with the focus on its theoretical, ethical, and applied aspects.

  • Enhance your programming expertise, deepen your understanding of algorithms, and elevate your statistical capabilities
  • Build your skills in a collaborative, cohort-style learning environment
  • Graduate equipped to optimize data across diverse fields, from psychology and communications to bioinformatics and econometrics

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MS in Business Analytics

This business-oriented program is ideal for those seeking to translate data into actionable business insights.

  • Learn to apply analytics and integrate ethical principles to solve business problems
  • Concentrate in your business area of choice: accounting analytics, FinTech, healthcare management, and more
  • Take part in a capstone where you’ll complete a consulting project with a client and offer a presentation of your analysis and recommendations
Learn more about the MS in Business Analytics