Program Overview
Master of Science in Data Science
The Master of Science in Data Science is offered through an interdisciplinary partnership and is delivered by the Departments of Applied Mathematics, Computer Science, and Information Science. The program is awarded by the College of Engineering & Applied Science.
Program Cost
The program cost for the MS-DS on Coursera is $525 per credit hour. The program requires 30 credit hours of coursework, so the total program cost is $15,750. The tuition is the same for all students regardless of residency status.
Financing Your Degree
- U.S. federal student aid: This program is not currently eligible for financial aid provided through the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
- Scholarships: CU Boulder does not currently offer scholarships for this program. However, you can search for private scholarships.
- Student loans: Private loans may be an option for you.
- Employer tuition assistance: Many employers value the skills this program provides. Check directly with your employer to see if they have a "tuition assistance" or "tuition reimbursement" program.
- V.A. education benefits: This program is eligible for education benefits offered through Veteran’s Affairs (VA).
- Tax benefits: Consult a tax advisor to determine which credits and deductions might apply to you.
Program Details
The program is 100% online, and full tuition payment is required at the time of enrollment per credit each session. The MS-DS on Coursera courses use pay-as-you-go tuition, where payment is due at the time of enrollment. You must make a tuition payment to complete the enrollment process. Once you are registered, you can submit a voucher or letter of authorization from your company detailing your student information, the charges and courses covered, and the period that will be covered. About 1–2 weeks after we receive your completed form, we will refund your pre-pay payment and submit an invoice to your sponsor. Consider starting with a pathway course. Pathways are a series of three 1-credit courses with a focus on either statistics or computer science.