Program Overview

PhD Program in Data Science

The PhD Program in Data Science is a comprehensive program that provides students with a strong foundation in data science and prepares them for careers in academia, industry, and research.

Curriculum

The curriculum for the PhD Program in Data Science includes a range of courses that cover the theoretical and practical aspects of data science. Students are expected to take a full-time workload of three 3-credit courses per semester, totaling 9 credits per semester.

FAQ

General

• Can I transfer credits? Yes, admitted students may transfer up to 36 credits into the PhD program pending review and approval by the Director of Graduate Studies.
• Is it possible to do the program part-time? No, it is not possible to complete the PhD in Data Science program as a part-time student.
• Which programming languages will be used in each course? Programming languages are decided by the professor of each course, but Python has been widely used in the past.
• How many courses should I plan to take each semester? The suggested full-time workload is three 3-credit courses per semester, totaling 9 credits per semester.
• Are there any internships or volunteer opportunities at CDS? Yes, the NYU Center for Data Science helps to provide robust internship opportunities with business partners in the New York area.
• Are teaching assistant (TA) or research assistant (RA) positions available for students enrolled in the program? Yes, grading and section leader positions are available for qualified students.
• Is there an online option? No, courses are not offered online.

Financial

• Does NYU offer financial aid and/or scholarships? Yes, current and past CDS PhD students have been offered fellowships covering tuition, fees, and health insurance, including a nine-month stipend.
• What is the stipend for the fellowship? The stipend for the school year is $39,430.38.
• How long is the fellowship commitment? The fellowship packages have been five-year commitments.

Program Details

• Medical School Track: Available for students interested in pursuing a career in medicine.
• NRT FUTURE Program: A program available for students to pursue research in data science.
• Student Awards and Fellowships: Available for students to support their research and academic pursuits.

Research Areas

The PhD Program in Data Science offers research opportunities in a range of areas, including:

• Artificial intelligence
• Machine learning
• Data science
• Mathematics
• Statistics