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100% Online M.S. in Data Science

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100 Percent Online

Complete the program through flexible online courses that fit into your busy schedule in 16–18 months part time.

Tuition Under $23K

Earn your degree and advance your career at an affordable tuition.

No Prerequisites or GMAT/GRE Required

Learn foundational coursework and become equipped as a data scientist, regardless of your background.

Master Industry Tools

Gain expertise in machine learning, artificial intelligence, data-driven storytelling and problem formulation using real-world projects.

Overview


Merrimack’s 100 percent online Master of Science in Data Science (MSDS) program prepares students with the technical, analytical and communication skills needed to succeed as data scientists.

Nearly 200 graduates of the M.S. Data Science program are leading successful careers at companies such as:

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Capital One
  • Cigna
  • CVS Health
  • IBM
  • Indeed.com
  • Liberty Mutual
  • Microsoft
  • Staples
  • Thermo Fisher Scientific
  • Vertex Pharmaceuticals

Key Dates and Deadlines

This program enrolls six times a year. Each term is eight weeks.

Term
Application Deadline
Classes Begin
Spring I
Monday, January 6, 2025
Wednesday, January 15, 2025
Spring II
Monday, March 3, 2025
Monday, March 17, 2025
Summer I
Monday, April 28, 2025
Monday, May 12, 2025
Spring I
Application Deadline
Monday, January 6, 2025
Classes Begin
Wednesday, January 15, 2025
Spring II
Application Deadline
Monday, March 3, 2025
Classes Begin
Monday, March 17, 2025
Summer I
Application Deadline
Monday, April 28, 2025
Classes Begin
Monday, May 12, 2025

Why Merrimack

At Merrimack College, we’re devoted to fueling your growth, so that you emerge as a knowledgeable, confident and well-equipped leader in data science. As a student in our data science program, you’ll enjoy:

  • Access to coding and LinkedIn Learning courses.
  • Personal student success coaching.
  • 1:1 tutoring.
  • 1:1 mentoring from faculty and program staff.
  • Career services support for professional growth.

Frequently Asked Questions

The 32-credit MSDS program typically takes 16–18 months to complete part time.

Students will learn to use industry tools including R, RStudio, Python, Keras, TensorFlow, Tableau, R Shiny, SQL, NoSQL, Hadoop, Spark and DataBricks.

Yes. Students have a variety of options to fund their education. Request more information, and an enrollment advisor will contact you to answer your questions.

Connecting with an enrollment advisor will help you:

  • Understand the program admissions criteria and know whether you are eligible to apply.
  • Gain insight into application best practices and how to submit a strong application.
  • Know what to expect in your online classroom, including the level of faculty interaction, program outcomes and more.
  • Have an immediate line of support in the event you have questions or need clarification about the M.S. in Data Science program.
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1 U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2024
2 Glassdoor, 2024
3 Glassdoor, 2022