Central Michigan University
Central Michigan University

1200 S. Franklin St., Mount Pleasant, Michigan, USA

Bachelor of Science - Data Science

4-Year Bachelor's Degree

Program Summary

Data Science is the career choice today and in the future. Data Science is one of the highest growth rate disciplines among all STEM disciplines with the growth rate of 30% through 2030, projected by Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Data Scientists deal with the big and messy data in order to assist companies in making proper decisions. The data-driven approach undertaken by companies is assisted by Data Scientists who analyze big data to derive meaningful insights. 

CMU’s Data Science program emphasizes both foundation and applications by requiring students take a major and choose an analytics minor in an application discipline for a total of 65-67 credit hours of course work. The program is designed to equip students with knowledge and skills in data management, computing and analytics modeling techniques, as well as strong communication skills required to work effectively with teams and clients.

Academic Background

Minimum Level of Education Completed

Grade 12 / High School

Minimum GPA

63%

Minimum Language Test Scores

Reading

10

Writing

10

Listening

10

Speaking

10

Program Intakes

Open date

November 19, 2024

Submission deadline

May 15, 2025

Open date

August 14, 2025

Submission deadline

October 1, 2025

Cost and Duration

4-Year Bachelor's Degree

Program Level

4 year bachelor's degree including a practicum

Program Length

$14669 USD

Cost of Living

$55 USD

Application fee

$21000 USD / First Year

Gross Tuition

Other Fees

Miscellaneous Fee: $3,500 per year
Health Insurance Fee: $1,550 per year
Student Service Fee: $450 per year