Data Science (M.S.)
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Priority deadline: May 1
How do you gain an advantage as a data scientist in today’s competitive market that expects technical mastery and needs real-world problem solvers?
Virginia Tech's Master of Science in Data Science stands out by bridging the gap between theoretical knowledge and successful practical application. The degree combines rigorous technical training with real-world projects, preparing graduates to navigate organizational complexities and translate data into action and value. The faculty’s extensive industry experience delivers a blend of technical expertise and industry understanding to give graduates a distinct edge.
With an M.S. in Data Science from Virginia Tech, you will stand out among the rest.
Degree Highlights
- Prepares students for careers in one of the world's fastest growing job fields
- Combines the perfect blend of practice and theory
- Taught by industry experts with decades of experience in the field of data science
- Features electives in economics, forest resources and environmental conservation, geosciences, and industrial and systems engineering, alongside the more traditional subjects of computer science, mathematics, and statistics
- Enables students to gain hands-on, real-world experience through a Capstone project that is completed in the second year of study
- Initially offered as 4+1 accelerated degree in Fall 2025 (standard two-year option will launch in Fall 2026)