Name: Master of Science
Price: 57450 USD

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Pennsylvania State University

Pennsylvania

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Learn to collect, classify, analyze, and model data across domains using statistics, computer science, machine learning, and software engineering with Penn State Great Valley's graduate Data Analytics programs.

We offer two distinct options: the Master of Professional Studies (MPS) in Data Analytics focuses on practical application; the Master of Science (MS) in Data Analytics is a research-focused program.

With our graduate Data Analytics programs, you can:

Work with local companies and faculty on research projects through the Insights Lab, Do iT Lab, and Smart Systems Research Group.
Attend at your own pace, completing on a part- or full-time basis.
Become a part of the more than 750,000 Penn State alumni across the world.
Learn from world-class faculty and industry experts.
Both data analytics programs are STEM designated.

Program Advantages

Partner with alumni and local employers on relevant projects while fostering industry connections, networking, and job opportunities.
Navigate problems that span a variety of industries.
Immerse yourself in small classes and develop meaningful relationships with faculty and classmates who are business professionals and managers in the private and public sectors.
Take advantage of Career Management Services, which offers a variety of programs, resources, and networking opportunities for students and graduates.
Benefit from a STEM designated program, allowing 36 months total of Optional Practical Training (OPT).

In U.S. News & World Report’s

The Master of Science in Data Analytics program requires 30 credits — 15 core credits, 9 elective credits, and 6 thesis credits.

Seven-week courses are offered either in an in-person/online hybrid format or fully online.
Fully in-person courses are available each semester to comply with visa requirements.
Thesis paper is taken over two terms, and requires the completion of CITI training
You’ll work with an assigned faculty adviser for the course of your research.
To graduate, your thesis must be accepted by a committee, the head of the graduate program, and the chancellor.

Total Tuition Fees

$57,450

Duration

24 Months

Median Salary

$1,39,000

Ranking

#80

US World and News Report

#89

QS World University Rankings

Intake

Fall ( Sept - Nov )

Intake

Spring ( Apr - June )

Class Profile

Class Size

Average Age

Average Work Experience

2 Years

Aptitude Test Scores

Minimum Score

314 / 340

Language Test Scores

Minimum Score

6.5 / 9

Minimum Score

80 / 120

Diversity

International:

Others:

New Jersey:

15%

New York:

10%

Pennsylvania:

65%

Admissions

Application Deadlines

Fall

Round	Deadline	Decision
Standard Deadline	Apr 30	NA

Eligibility Criteria

Application Requirements

What Really Matters When Applying

Transcript
Required
Resume
Required
Statement of Purpose
Required
Passport
Required
Academic LOR
Required
Academic LOR
Required
GRE
Required
TOEFL
Required
IELTS
Required
Application Fee
65

Career Outcomes

Median Earnings After Graduation

$1,39,000 / year

Graduation Rate

82%

Job Placement

78%

Prospective Job Roles

Statistician

Data Engineer

Manager

Database Administrator

Data Scientist

Business Analyst

Business Consultant

Project Manager

Big Data Specialist

Operations Manager

Data analyst

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Fees and Funding

Tuition Fees

$57,450 / year

Overall Cost

$87,450 / year

Funding Options

Department Funding

Scholarships

Penn State University has authorized two scholarship funds that provide a limited number of tuition grants exclusively for international students: The Special International Grant-in-Aid (SIGIA) and the Penn State Tuition Assistance Grant (PSTAG). These funds are administered through the Directorate of International Student and Scholar Advising (DISSA) of Global Programs. Although tuition grants are available for graduate students from other sources, these are the only tuition scholarships for which undergraduate international students are eligible. Typically, these grants range from $100 to $2000.

The application form can be obtained from iStart. While SIGIA is available to both graduate and undergraduate international students, PSTAG is available only to undergraduates. The application should be completed (including the endorsement by your academic adviser) by:

October 15 - (for spring grants)
June 15 - (for fall grant)

All applications will be reviewed by a staff committee. Upon selection of awardees, a ISSA representative will notify the applicant of his/her nomination or non-selection. The grants may be divided to accommodate a large number of applicants.

Eligibility

Only non-immigrant international students attending Penn State and its 22 Commonwealth campuses are eligible to apply for these grants. Students who hold immigrant (permanent resident) visas are eligible for other sources of financial aid and should contact Penn State Student Aid.

These grants are awarded on a semester-by-semester basis. A student may apply as often as he or she desires. Acceptance or refusal of the grant for any given semester has no effect on future application

FAQs

The MS program requires applicants to submit official GMAT or GRE results. These scores are not required for admission to the MPS program.
Yes, there is a $65 application fee. We recommend applying no later than July 15 for a fall (end of August) program start, or December 6 for a spring (January) start. See the  admission requirements page for more information. International application deadlines may differ; for more information visit the international applicant page.
Yes, our instruction and facilitation lean heavily on active and experiential learning techniques. Problems assigned in our courses use real-world datasets from companies and organizations, social media scraping, or government agencies (like NIH, DoT, Veterans Affairs, etc.). Students must address real business, social, or technical problems with these datasets using industry-standard toolsets, evaluate both their approach and outcomes, and reflect on the efficacy of their methodologies and solutions.
Data analytics students usually have undergraduate backgrounds in quantitative fields such as IT, engineering, business, or math, with at least one semester of college-level statistics or probabilities. While there is no work experience requirement for admission, students are often employed in industries such as business, computer science, finance, healthcare, or pharmaceuticals. If you come from a different background, we may ask that you complete the pre-requisite course IST 140.
Based in the tech-savvy Greater Philadelphia region, our programs cultivate the skills to collect, classify, analyze, and model data. Both programs are STEM designated, allowing 36 months total of Optional Practical Training (OPT), compared to 12 months for non-STEM degrees.
Both the MPS curriculum and MS curriculum are composed of 30 credits. Schedule a meeting with a program representative for more information.
The Master of Professional Studies (MPS) in Data Analytics teaches students to design, implement, and apply data analysis techniques to a broad array of industries that use and analyze high quantities of data to determine trends, construct models, and make strategic decisions. This degree has a practice-oriented capstone and is ideal for those who want to immediately apply what they have learned. Through its emphasis on research, the Master of Science (MS) in Data Analytics is designed to prepare students for entry into data analytics doctoral programs. Rather than a capstone course, this program requires six credits of supervised research, culminating in a thesis paper. This program is ideal for those who want to enter a doctoral program, conduct research, or teach.