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    Data Science for Chemical Engineering and Materials Science MS

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    Minneapolis, USMSIn-person1 year
    STEM-OPT
    $39,450.00
    Tuition
    over 12mo
    15
    Cohort
    students
    30
    Credits
    $95.00
    App fee

    Data Science for Chemical Engineering and Materials Science MS at University of Minnesota-Twin Cities is a 30-credit, 1-year, in-person MS program based in Minneapolis, US. Tuition is $39,450 and the program is STEM-OPT eligible for international students.

    About the program

    The program bridges chemical engineering and materials science with data and computational science, covering statistical and data analysis, machine learning, optimization, and their applications in chemical, biological, and materials science and engineering. Elective courses allow specialization in artificial intelligence, high performance computing, systems engineering, automation and robotics, or data analytics, with an optional capstone project.

    Focus: coursework
    US News Chemical Engineering #6 (public)

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2027
    Mar 15, 2027

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    required
    Min CEMS follows the minimum requirements for the ELP on TOEFL (University minimum: Total Score: 79; Writing Subscore: 21; Reading Subscore: 19 for exams before Jan 21, 2026)
    IELTS
    required
    Min CEMS follows the minimum requirements for the ELP on IELTS (University minimum: Total Score: 6.5; Writing Subscore: 6.5; Reading Subscore: 6.5)

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

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

    $19,600.00
    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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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Data Science for Chemical Engineering and Materials Science MS at University of Minnesota-Twin Cities cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Data Science for Chemical Engineering and Materials Science MS at University of Minnesota-Twin Cities is $39,450 across 30 required credits.
    Is Data Science for Chemical Engineering and Materials Science MS at University of Minnesota-Twin Cities online or in-person?
    Data Science for Chemical Engineering and Materials Science MS at University of Minnesota-Twin Cities is offered in-person.
    How long does Data Science for Chemical Engineering and Materials Science MS at University of Minnesota-Twin Cities take to complete?
    Data Science for Chemical Engineering and Materials Science MS at University of Minnesota-Twin Cities is structured around 1 year and 30 credits.
    What GPA is required for Data Science for Chemical Engineering and Materials Science MS at University of Minnesota-Twin Cities?
    Per the program's published guidance: Cumulative GPA of 3.5 or higher
    Is Data Science for Chemical Engineering and Materials Science MS at University of Minnesota-Twin Cities STEM-OPT eligible?
    Yes - Data Science for Chemical Engineering and Materials Science MS at University of Minnesota-Twin Cities is STEM-OPT designated, allowing international graduates to extend their post-completion OPT for up to 36 months total.