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    Data Science (MS)

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    Rochester, USMSIn-person2 years
    STEM-OPT
    $68,800.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    30
    Credits
    $30.00
    App fee

    Data Science (MS) at University of Rochester is a 30-credit, 2-year, in-person MS program based in Rochester, US. Tuition is $68,800 and the program is STEM-OPT eligible for international students.

    About the program

    The 30-credit program provides fundamentals and applications of data science through required core courses in statistics, machine learning, data mining, and databases; a practicum project; and electives in application areas such as business, computational methods, genomics, health sciences, and statistical methodology.

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2026
    Nov 30, 2026

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    optional
    Min GRE test scores are NOT an application requirement, however applicants can submit their scores for consideration. A good candidate has GRE quantitative scores in the 80th percentile, and above the 60th percentile in the verbal and analytical writing sections of the exam.
    TOEFL
    required
    Min Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) Applicants should have minimum scores of 620 (paper-based test), 260 (computer-based test), or 100 (Internet test)
    IELTS
    required
    Min International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Applicants should have a minimum score of 7

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

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

    $22,000.00
    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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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Data Science (MS) at University of Rochester cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Data Science (MS) at University of Rochester is $68,800 across 30 required credits.
    Is Data Science (MS) at University of Rochester online or in-person?
    Data Science (MS) at University of Rochester is offered in-person.
    How long does Data Science (MS) at University of Rochester take to complete?
    Data Science (MS) at University of Rochester is structured around 2 years and 30 credits.
    Is Data Science (MS) at University of Rochester STEM-OPT eligible?
    Yes - Data Science (MS) at University of Rochester is STEM-OPT designated, allowing international graduates to extend their post-completion OPT for up to 36 months total.
    What work-permit options follow Data Science (MS) at University of Rochester?
    Post-completion work rights for Data Science (MS) at University of Rochester: 12 months OPT (US), 24 months STEM OPT (US)