University of San Diego | Ms in Applied Data Science

Name: Ms in Applied Data Science
Price: 17910 USD

QS Rank:

1201

University of San Diego

California

United States

Program Rank

9999

Overview

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The Master of Science in Applied Data Science (MS-ADS) is an entirely online program offered through the University of San Diego's Shiley-Marcos School of Engineering. Designed to be completed in 20-24 months, the program requires 30 to 36 total units, depending on whether prerequisite courses are waived. It emphasizes hands-on learning with industry tools like Python, R, SQL, and AWS, culminating in a Capstone experience. The curriculum is developed in collaboration with industry leaders and taught by experienced practitioner-instructors, making it ideal for working professionals seeking to advance or transition into data science.

Total Tuition Fees

$35,820

Duration

24 Months

Ranking

#1201

QS World University Rankings

Intake

Fall ( Sept - Nov )

Intake

Spring ( Apr - June )

Intake

Summer ( July - Sept )

Class Profile

Class Size

Average Age

Average Work Experience

2 Years

Career Outcomes

Graduates find employment in diverse roles across multiple industries, equipped with practical skills to make immediate contributions to employers. Alumni have secured positions as Data Scientists, Data Analysts, Business Analysts, and specialists in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning.

Prospective Job Roles

Data Scientist

Business Analyst

Data Analyst

Data Engineer

Artificial Intelligence Specialist

Machine Learning Specialist

Analytics Consultant

Top recruiters

Eligibility Criteria

At least 24 months of full-time professional experience after graduation.

At least 1.7 years of bachelor degree.

Accepted fields include STEM.

At least 2.0 / 4.0 undergraduate GPA is expected.

English Proficiency Tests

TOEFL
IELTS
7
DUOLINGO
120
Duolingo
120

Application Requirements

Here's everything you need to know to ensure a complete and competitive application—covering the key documents and criteria for a successful submission.

Application Fee: 45

Transcript
Resume
English Proficiency Test

Degree Certificate
Personal Statement
Academic LOR
Research Papers/Publications
Master SOP
General LOR
Resume
Professional LOR
Essay

Application Deadlines

	Priority	Next Term Start
Summer	Apr 3, 2026	May 5, 2026
Fall	Jul 31, 2026	N/A
Spring	Dec 1, 2026	N/A

Fees and Funding

Tuition is charged per unit at $995. The total program cost ranges from $29,850 (30 credits) to $35,820 (36 credits) depending on prerequisite waivers. Health insurance is mandatory for international students. Cost of living estimated for San Diego.

Tuition Fees

$17,910 / year

Overall Cost

$37,910 / year

FAQs

Is this degree practical for industry jobs? → Yes — applied data science programmes focus on real-world projects and capstone experiences designed to build employer-ready skills. If you’d like this converted into an Excel/Google Sheet format with columns like Tuition, Total Cost, Salary, Placement, Graduation, English Scores, Intake, let me know!

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