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Master's in Data Science Programs in Michigan
Ann Arbor or Detroit? University of Michigan or Michigan State? We've put together a quick guide on everything you need to know—from schools and research to scholarships and job prospects. Read on to learn more about data science programs in Michigan.
University of California, Berkeley
Master of Information and Data Science
Enrollment Type
Full-Time and Part-Time
Length of Program
As few as 12 months
Credits
27
Admission Requirements
- Official transcripts
- Statement of Purpose
- Two letters of recommendation
- GRE not required
Syracuse University • Syracuse, NY
Master of Science in Applied Data Science
Enrollment Type
Full-Time and Part-Time
Length of Program
Complete in as few as 18 months
Credits
34
Admission Requirements
- Bachelor's degree
- Two letter of recommendation
- Professional resume
- Statement of purpose
- Official transcripts
Southern Methodist University • Dallas, TX
Master of Science in Data Science
Enrollment Type
Full-Time and Part-Time
Length of Program
Complete in as few as 20 months
Credits
33.5
Admission Requirements
- Bachelor's degree
- One letter of recommendation
- Professional resume
- Statement of purpose
- Official transcripts
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill • Chapel Hill, NC
Master of Applied Data Science
Enrollment Type
Full-Time and Part-Time
Length of Program
As few as 16 months
Credits
30
Admission Requirements
- Online application
- Application fee
- Statement of purpose
- Transcripts
- Statement of purpose
- Current résumé
Hawaii Pacific University • Honolulu, HI
Master of Science in Data Science
Enrollment Type
Full-Time and Part-Time
Length of Program
12-24 months
Credits
36
Admission Requirements
- Online application
- Transcripts: Transcripts must be submitted from all postsecondary institutions. Unofficial transcripts can be submitted for application review. Official transcripts must be submitted by the time you register for your second term.
- Résumé
- Letters of recommendation (optional)
- Essay (optional)
Maryville University • St. Louis, MO
Master's in Data Science
Length of Program
As few as 12 months.
Admission Requirements
- Simplified, no-cost online application
- Official academic transcripts, including undergraduate (and, if applicable, graduate) transcripts showing courses taken and grades received from ANY college or university previously attended
- Résumé
- Essay of 300–500 words describing why you’re interested in the program, why you feel you’re qualified for graduate study and how earning this degree will be applicable to both your career and educational goals
- English proficiency scores (International applicants may be required to submit scores that meet a certain threshold.)
Studying Data Science in Michigan
Michigan has some interesting things going on in the way of data and technology. The Michigan Economic Development Corporation is pumping money into the tech economy; booster organizations like Automation Alley and TechTown Detroit are promoting data-driven accelerators and incubators; and Grow Detroit is attempting to turn Motown into the next Atlanta. Additional developments include the following:
Computer Science, Computer Engineering and Information Careers:
- Computer Engineer
- Computer Scientist
- Information Security Analyst
- Computer and Information Research Scientist
- Computer Systems Analyst
Marketing and User Research Careers:
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Information last updated: July 2026