Master of Science in Data Science
Master of Science in Data Science
Ball State University
Accredited degree
Offered by Ball State University
24 months
11 courses total (33 credits), 6-9 hours per week per course
Less than $17,000 USD total cost
$489 per credit, with pay-as-you-go tuition for each course
No application required
Degree admission is entirely performance-based
100% online
Lecture videos, hands-on projects, and connection with instructors and peers
Careers
Break into a high-demand career from a top provider of affordable聽online degrees
From graduating with this degree, you鈥檒l not only gain strong foundations in math, computer science, and statistics but you鈥檒l also experience high-impact practices in big data that you can apply immediately in your current career. The skills you鈥檒l develop are the same ones that are in high demand across the nation:
Programming and Statistical Analysis Languages:
Mastery of Python, R, and SAS, which are vital for data manipulation, statistical analysis, and machine learning applications
Machine Learning and Predictive Modelling
Proficiency in using advanced statistical techniques, algorithms, and predictive models to make data-driven decisions
SQL
Competency in SQL for managing, querying, and manipulating databases
Data Analysis and Data Mining
Skilled in performing exploratory data analysis, extracting meaningful insights from data sets, and using data mining techniques for further knowledge discovery
Big Data Technologies
Familiarity with big data platforms and tools, such as Apache Hadoop, for processing and analyzing large data sets
Big Data and Data Management
Understanding of big data concepts and the ability to handle, clean, and organize large volumes of data for further analysis
Enrollment for the Fall 2025 session is open!
- Classes start: August 18, 2025
- Enrollment closes: August 24, 2025
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Fall 2025 deadline: August 24
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