Master of Science in Data Science

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Master of Science in Data Science

University of Colorado Boulder

Accredited degree

Offered by the University of Colorado Boulder

Finish in 24 months

30 courses total (30 credit hours) full or part-time, 4–6 hours per week per course

$15,750 USD total cost

Each time you take a course, pay tuition for that course only ($525/credit hour)

Performance-based admission

Start learning and show us you’re ready, regardless of your background

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Lecture videos, hands-on projects, and connection with instructors and peers

An interdisciplinary curriculum for data-driven strategy

The Master of Science in Data Science program, sits at the unique intersection of computer science, statistics, and business applications. Co-taught by experts from five distinct university departments, it provides a holistic perspective on the entire data lifecycle, from collection and modeling to strategic interpretation.

You will learn to do more than just analyze data; you will be trained to translate it. The coursework is intentionally designed to equip you with the skills to build predictive models, design effective experiments, and clearly communicate your findings to drive real-world business impact and inform leadership decisions.

Master statistical modeling and inference

Go beyond basic analytics to build sophisticated statistical models, conduct rigorous A/B testing, and draw valid conclusions from complex datasets.

Build end-to-end data pipelines

Learn the computer science skills needed to collect, clean, and manage large-scale data, ensuring data quality and accessibility for analysis.

Translate complex insights into business value

Develop vital skills in data visualization and communication to present technical findings clearly and persuasively to non-technical stakeholders.

Gain proficiency in essential data science tools

Become fluent in the core programming languages and platforms of the trade, including Python, R, and SQL, to manipulate and analyze data effectively.

Dates

Classes start: October 20, 2025
Enrollment closes: November 28, 2025
Note: as of October 24th, enrollment is temporarily suspended for unplanned maintenance.

Upcoming events

January 6: MS in Data Science from CU Boulder: Program Overview - Register here

Additional resources

Questions? Contact the CU Boulder MS-DS team at cuboulder-msds@coursera.org.

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