Program Overview

Bachelor of Science in Data Analytics with a Concentration in Environmental Systems Analytics

The Bachelor of Science in Data Analytics with a Concentration in Environmental Systems Analytics is a comprehensive program designed to prepare students for a high-demand career in data analytics. This program focuses on preparing students to transform large datasets into actionable insights through a combination of statistics, computer science, mathematics, and data visualization programs.

Program Overview

• Delivery: 100% Online
• Major Credits: 50-58
• The program is consistently nationally ranked by U.S. News

Skills and Knowledge

Students in this program will gain a variety of skills, including:

• Data acquisition and preparation, analysis, documentation, and reporting
• Data visualization
• ESRI software (e.g., ArcGIS)
• Pattern recognition
• Predictive analytics
• Satellite imagery and mapping

Career Opportunities

Graduates with a Bachelor's Degree in Data Analytics can pursue careers in various sectors, including:

• Government agencies
• Education
• Healthcare
• Non-profits
• Finance
• Athletics
• Environmental agencies
• Logistics
• Manufacturing

Examples of job titles include:

• Systems/Data Analyst
• Data Architect
• Data and Analytics Manager
• Remote Sensing Engineer
• GISc Specialist
• Research Analyst
• Business Analyst
• Environmental Planner
• Environmental Analyst

Program Structure

The program is designed with the working adult in mind, offering asynchronous courses that can be completed at a pace that fits into daily routines. Many students take one or two courses at a time until they find the right balance between work, classes, and other responsibilities.

Additional Opportunities

• The certificate in Geographic Information Science (GISc) is a good option to tailor the bachelor's degree further, with 90 percent of the courses counting toward the environmental systems analytics concentration.
• The program provides a strong foundation for pursuing a master's in data science.

Admission and Transfer Credits

• An application and all required application materials must be received two weeks prior to the start of classes for a given term to be considered for admission.
• Many adult students already have some college credit completed when they begin their studies, and more than 90 percent of bachelor degree seekers transfer some or all of their previous credits.

Financial Aid and Scholarships

• The Indiana Commission for Higher Education offers college grants for adults returning to college or beginning their educational journey, with the Adult Student Grant awarding up to $2,000 to help pay for college expenses.
• Students can utilize the cost calculator to gauge the anticipated costs of their education and plan for their future.