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    Master of Professional Studies in Data Science

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    College Park, USMPSIn-person2 years
    STEM-OPT
    $43,120.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    38
    Cohort
    students
    30
    Credits
    $75.00
    App fee

    Master of Professional Studies in Data Science at University of Maryland-College Park is a 30-credit, 2-year, in-person MPS program based in College Park, US. Tuition is $43,120 and the program is STEM-OPT eligible for international students.

    About the program

    30-credit non-thesis program covering probability and statistics, principles of data science, machine learning, data representation and modeling, big data systems, algorithms for data science, communication in data science and analytics, and electives.

    Focus: coursework
    Part-time option

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    Standardized tests

    GRE
    optional
    Min Graduate Record Examination (GRE) (optional)
    TOEFL
    required
    Min TOEFL/IELTS/PTE (international graduate students); see Graduate School requirements (e.g. TOEFL iBT 96 total for full enrollment with section mins)
    IELTS
    required
    Min TOEFL/IELTS/PTE (international graduate students); see Graduate School requirements (e.g. IELTS 7.0 overall for full enrollment with section mins)

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US), 24 months STEM OPT (US)

    $18,000.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

    Specific coursework this program expects you to have completed: calculus, linear algebra, programming, statistics, and subject-specific prerequisites where applicable.

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    Essays

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Master of Professional Studies in Data Science at University of Maryland-College Park cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Professional Studies in Data Science at University of Maryland-College Park is $43,120 across 30 required credits.
    Is Master of Professional Studies in Data Science at University of Maryland-College Park online or in-person?
    Master of Professional Studies in Data Science at University of Maryland-College Park is offered in-person.
    How long does Master of Professional Studies in Data Science at University of Maryland-College Park take to complete?
    Master of Professional Studies in Data Science at University of Maryland-College Park is structured around 2 years and 30 credits.
    What GPA is required for Master of Professional Studies in Data Science at University of Maryland-College Park?
    Per the program's published guidance: 3.0 GPA (on a 4.0 scale)
    Is Master of Professional Studies in Data Science at University of Maryland-College Park STEM-OPT eligible?
    Yes - Master of Professional Studies in Data Science at University of Maryland-College Park is STEM-OPT designated, allowing international graduates to extend their post-completion OPT for up to 36 months total.