Overview

Students graduate with the essential knowledge, techniques, and tools gained from working with faculty who integrate real-world data into their courses and multiple opportunities to work directly with corporate partners.

The Master of Science in Data Science and Analytics (MSDSA) at Kennesaw State University (KSU) is a 36 semester-hour graduate course designed to help students gain the skills, knowledge, and experiences they need to be practicing data scientists and analytics professionals. Our students come from wide variety of academic and professional backgrounds, but by the time they graduate all are prepared for a career in data science and analytics.

Highlights

Fluency in analytical programming languages such as R, Python, and SAS, all necessary for the workforce.

Statistical and mathematical foundations emphasized throughout the programme as essential to understanding model building.

Working directly with companies every semester in sponsored project courses is possible. Previous sponsors include Equifax, Travelers, Southern Company, IHG, Shaw Flooring, Trusit Bank, Spanx, Atlanticus, and Coke One North America.

Capstone options include internships, applied research projects, research with faculty, working in a Center for Data Science and Analytics sponsored lab, and others.

Emphasis on communication of results and professional presentation skills, which is vital and helps our graduates stand out in job searches.

Analytics Day each fall and spring brings actively recruiting employers and industry professionals directly to the students in the programmes who get to showcase their skills through poster presentations.

Students can take up to 9 hours of related courses in other degrees at KSU to help expand their knowledge and skills into related areas like Information Technology, Computer Science, Software Engineering, Business, Health, Social Sciences, and Education.

What can you do with a Data Science and Analytics degree?

Statistician

Actuarial Analyst

Mathematician

Biostatistician

Statistical Epidemiologist

Data Scientist

Sports Analyst

Financial Analyst

Computer Scientist

Data Engineer

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Mathematical Statistics

Statistical Computing and Simulation

Statistical Methods

Applied Regression Analysis

Applied Experimental Design

Design and Analysis of Human Studies

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-18 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-01 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-06-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-06 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-10-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

36 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Marietta, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.7

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Online Graduate Application - There is a non-refundable $60 application fee.

Transcripts - Official transcripts from EACH college and/or university you have attended.

Bachelor’s degree with a minimum GPA of 2.75 from a regionally accredited college or university

Successful completion of math courses through calculus I and II (optional)

Resume or professional vitae documenting coursework, professional certifications, relevant work experience, professional activities

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

20142 USD / year

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Out-of-State

20142 USD / year

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Domestic

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In-State

5454 USD / year

≈ 5454 USD / year

Living costs

Marietta

United States

900 - 1400 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Overview

Highlights

What can you do with a Data Science and Analytics degree?

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Marietta

Funding

Scholarships Information

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