Data Science and Analytics at UMass Dartmouth

Launch your career in one of today's fastest-growing fields

Data is the fuel that powers our modern world, and data science is one of the fastest growing career sectors worldwide. From healthcare to finance, marketing, technology, and government, there is strong demand for professionals who can transform vast quantities of data into meaningful insights and allow organizations to make more informed decisions.

Pick your program

UMassD offers multiple pathways to a career in data science and analytics, so you can choose the program that best fits your professional goals. Data science and analytics programs are STEM-OPT eligible.

Data Science BS

Data Science MS

Engineering students socializing in the Library Living Room

Machine Learning and Data Science PhD

Master of Business Administration, Business Analytics concentration

Data Analytics Minor

Applied Statistics Concentration

Best Data Science Master's Programs - Best Value Schools

UMass Dartmouth is classified as a Doctoral University with a Research 2 (R2): High Spending and Doctorate Production designation - Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education

World University Rankings, Times Higher Education

Massachusetts ranked in top U.S. states for education, safety, quality of life

Professor Robert Fisher and Physics student McKenzie Ferrari discussing research in the Center for Scientific Computing and Data Science Research

The Center for Scientific Computing and Data Science Research

The Center for Scientific Computing and Data Science Research focuses on computationally driven research that addresses the pressing needs of modern engineering, mechanics, fluid dynamics, and electromagnetics. The Center houses high-performance computational clusters that give students access to sophisticated technology for large-scale computing and data-intensive tasks.

Strong career outcomes for UMass Dartmouth Data Science graduates

Our Data Science MS graduates exhibit impressive career success, with 95% securing employment within six months of graduation. These graduates are not only in high demand but also command competitive salaries, with an average starting salary of $90,333. This strong employment rate and earning potential underscore the program's effectiveness in preparing students for thriving careers in data science.

Mosaic of NYC, Boston, New Bedford, and Providence

Location, location, location

Located in SouthCoast Massachusetts, UMass Dartmouth is less than 15 minutes from a variety of restaurants and shops. Students have access to free transportation on SRTA buses to Fall River and New Bedford, and affordable transit to Boston on the commuter rail.

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Location | What's nearby

“Whatever your organization's mission statement consists of can be supported by understanding large data sets behind it. There are endless possibilities in big data."
McCord Murray '24 Data Science major

The international student experience at UMass Dartmouth

UMassD is home to a vibrant, multicultural community of learners and scholars, with students from more than 50 countries, with cultural groups and events all year long to help you feel at home. With free transportation to surrounding cities and affordable on-campus housing, this university is an attractive option for students seeking both convenience and cost-effective living arrangements.

Hear from international students who have made UMass Dartmouth their home away from home

Adwita Saxena in front of the first-year dorms

Adwita Saxena ‘25, India

"I think that so many international students are drawn to UMass Dartmouth because it’s a research-focused university, and there’s a lot of encouragement to engage in your field. Plus, the community and student body at UMassD are very welcoming."