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Master's in Data Science Programs in Missouri

Thinking about a master's in data science in Missouri? This guide covers the state's research and industry landscape, online graduate certificates and master's degrees, bootcamps, scholarships, community events, and data scientist jobs and wages, with wage and employment figures from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

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University of California, Berkeley

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The No.1-ranked master of information and data science (MIDS) delivered online from the UC Berkeley School of Information (I School) is for professionals looking to become leaders in the field of data science. 1 The program features a multidisciplinary approach to the data life cycle, from planning and gathering data to analyzing and presenting findings. Coursework examines issues of privacy, explores machine learning, and considers techniques of data storage and management. Class sessions are delivered live online and are taught by many of the same I School faculty and data science professionals who teach our on-campus programs. #1 Best Online Master’s in Data Science Programs, Fortune, Ranked in 2024.

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Syracuse University

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Master of Science in Applied Data Science

The online Master of Science in Applied Data Science at Syracuse University is an interdisciplinary program offered by the School of Information Studies and the Martin J. Whitman School of Management. The curriculum requires 36 credits, including electives that allow candidates to develop deep knowledge in their area of specialty. Students must compile a portfolio of projects to submit for faculty review. Online course content focuses on collaboration and includes face-to-face classes, project-based work, and 24/7 access to materials. Applicants must have a bachelor’s degree and must submit transcripts, a personal statement, resume, and two recommendations. No GRE Scores Required.

  • Complete in as little as 18 months
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Southern Methodist University

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DataScience@SMU is an online Master of Science in Data Science program that prepares students with the fundamental skills needed to be sought-after data science leaders in a variety of industries. Students learn from cross-disciplinary SMU faculty in online classrooms with a small student-to-professor ratio. DataScience@SMU students gain highly in-demand skills in working with unstructured data, big data processing, statistical analysis, text mining, machine learning, and business analytics.

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The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

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In UNC-Chapel Hill’s online Master of Applied Data Science, you’ll gain a comprehensive understanding of the data life cycle, technical expertise in advanced programming and machine learning, and opportunities to connect with industry professionals in North Carolina and beyond. Complete the program in as few as 16 months, full time. No GRE required.

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Hawaii Pacific University

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The online MS in Data Science program from Hawai‘i Pacific University prepares students to interpret unconventional data, strengthen creative problem-solving skills, and apply cutting-edge data analysis expertise to nearly every industry. Through collaborative online classes led by expert faculty, students explore both foundational data analysis techniques as well as emerging applications of data collection and interpretation. The curriculum is designed to bring students into the modern era of data analysis by going beyond traditional data science approaches. That means covering topics such as AI and machine learning, big data analytics, GPU-based high-performance computing, cloud computing, and more. Students graduate prepared to showcase their skills to future employers and become responsible data leaders in their field.

  • 12 months to complete full time and 24 months part time
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Maryville University

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With Maryville University’s 100% online MS in data science, you’ll prepare to collect and analyze data, manage teams and create data-driven strategies. Develop coding skills in Python, SQL, R and SAS, and build proficiency in machine learning, data mining, big data and deep learning. Choose from three start dates per year, and graduate in as few as two years. No GMAT/GRE scores required.

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Studying Data Science in Missouri

Missouri's universities and employers apply data science in agriculture, biotechnology, health care, aerospace and finance. A few places to start:

Data Science Research & Initiatives at Missouri Universities

Missouri universities run research centers and institutes that apply data science to health, biology and business. We can't cover every initiative, but here are a few highlights:

  • Saint Louis University's School of Medicine lists Health Analytics and Outcomes graduate programs in health data science, artificial intelligence in medicine, health informatics and health outcomes research.
  • The University of Missouri (Mizzou) hosts the MU Institute for Data Science and Informatics (MU IDSI), established in 2008. It organizes its work around four focus areas: precision medicine, agriculture, social and behavioral science, and rural and population health. Its labs and centers include many that focus on biology and health, from animal and soybean genomics to translational and cancer bioinformatics.
  • At Washington University in St. Louis (WUSTL), the Olin Business School is home to the Boeing Center for Supply Chain Innovation, which describes itself as a research center in global supply chain management, supply chain finance and risk management, and operational excellence. Olin's Center for Analytics and Business Insights calls itself a hub for research, innovation and applied knowledge in AI and advanced analytics, and it hosts an annual Data for Good conference. On the medical side, WashU Medicine reports that the McDonnell Genome Institute played a major role in the original Human Genome Project.

Online Data Science Programs in Missouri

We cover general things to look for in an online data science program elsewhere, so here we concentrate on your choices in the Show-Me State.

Online Graduate Certificates in Data Science

Online graduate certificates are shorter, focused credentials you can pursue on their own or, at some schools, as a step toward a master's degree. If a certificate interests you, ask the school whether its credits count toward a master's program, what admission requirements apply and whether test scores are required.

Online Master’s Degrees in Data Science

You’ll have your pick of specialties when it comes to online master’s degrees in data science—almost every university in Missouri has developed an option. Even better, each school has tried to stand out from its competitors by personalizing the program. For example:

If you’re interested in the business side of data science:

Data Science Bootcamps in Missouri

Interested in a career in data science or data analytics? A bootcamp is another option to consider. Bootcamps are short, intensive "crash courses" that introduce students to the field. Some focus solely on data science (how knowledge is generally derived from raw data) or on data analytics (the process by which specific conclusions can be drawn from data), while others cover both. Check each provider's current locations and formats before you apply. See our guides to learn more about data science bootcamps or data analytics bootcamps.

Data Science Scholarships in Missouri

Here we chose to focus on university scholarships and assistantships that specifically apply to the school’s data programs. But don’t take this list as the end! The Graduate Studies Office will have more info on general aid, alternative financing options, and tuition discounts.

Grantham University

Missouri University of Science and Technology

Saint Louis University-Main Campus

Washington University in St. Louis

  • Dean’s Scholarship: All full-time Specialized Masters Program (SMP) candidates at the Olin Business School, including students applying to the MS in Customer Analytics program, are automatically considered for this merit-based scholarship.

Data Science Events in Missouri

Data Science Meetups & Communities in Missouri

Data and tech communities in Kansas City, St. Louis and Columbia meet in person. These had events scheduled or held in fall 2026:

  1. Data Science KC: This Kansas City group has more than 2,700 members and meets monthly. Its calendar lists a paper club on Oct. 8 and a university and early-career showcase on Nov. 12.
  2. KC Data Professionals: This community brings together data engineers, analysts, scientists and AI practitioners for monthly in-person meetups at KC Digital Drive in Kansas City. Its next event is Oct. 29, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Central.
  3. STL Big Data: This St. Louis group has more than 2,000 members and holds monthly in-person meetups at CIC St. Louis, with an event on Oct. 7.
  4. PyData St. Louis: This group of about 190 members focuses on data science, machine learning and scientific computing. It meets at Spark Coworking in St. Louis, with an event scheduled for Oct. 13.
  5. COMO AI: Run by the Center for Transformative Tech at the University of Missouri's Trulaske College of Business, this free Columbia meetup features demos and conversations among people working with AI. Its next event is Oct. 15, from 5 to 7:30 p.m.

Data Science Conferences & Workshops in Missouri

Large national events, such as ACM SIGKDD's KDD and Machine Learning Week (formerly Predictive Analytics World), move from city to city, so check each organizer's schedule for Missouri dates. If you can afford the plane ticket, you may also want to look at options in Austin/Dallas, Chicago & Detroit. Closer to home:

  1. Day of Data St. Louis: This free, in-person community event, organized by STL SSUG, is scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 24, 2026, at the Microsoft Innovation Hub in St. Louis. Sessions cover topics such as Microsoft Fabric, Power BI, SQL Server, data engineering and data science, and AI.

Data Science Jobs in Missouri

According to May 2025 estimates from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) program, Missouri employed 4,730 data scientists in wage-and-salary jobs. The St. Louis, MO-IL area, which crosses into Illinois, had an estimated 2,640 data scientist jobs, and the Kansas City, MO-KS area, which crosses into Kansas, had an estimated 1,260. BLS also estimates 190 in the Columbia area, 190 in the Springfield area, 120 in the Jefferson City area, and 60 in the Joplin, MO-KS area.

Employers in several industries are based in Missouri or operate there. Whether a given employer hires data scientists varies, so check each company's careers page. Here are some examples:

Data Scientist Salaries in Missouri

According to the BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) program, the median annual wage for data scientists in Missouri was $97,090 in May 2025. That is lower than the national median annual wage of $120,230. BLS reports Missouri's 10th-percentile annual wage for data scientists as $58,960, meaning 10% of Missouri data scientists earned less than that, and its 90th-percentile annual wage as $151,380, meaning 10% earned more.

Wages for data scientists vary by location within the state. Among the Missouri areas below, Kansas City had the highest median annual wage, and Jefferson City the lowest. The Kansas City and St. Louis medians were above the Missouri median but below the national median. The Joplin, Columbia, Springfield, and Jefferson City medians were below both. Several of these areas have few data scientist jobs, so treat their figures as rough guides.

The following is the wage and employment breakdown for data scientists in the nation, the state, and some Missouri areas in May 2025, provided by the BLS. Each area links to its BLS OEWS estimates.

Area

Median annual wage

10th-percentile annual wage

90th-percentile annual wage

Employment

$120,230

$67,240

$199,130

262,440

$97,090

$58,960

$151,380

4,730

$99,600

$59,500

$158,310

2,640

$99,870

$61,820

$149,060

1,260

$96,650

$52,720

$147,350

60

$80,980

$57,610

$124,650

190

$81,310

$54,910

$124,510

190

$80,220

$59,380

$123,960

120

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Information last updated: October 2026