Unlock Your Potential in the Growing Field of Data Science

Earn your Master of Science in Data Science and Analytics (MSDSA) at Kennesaw State University in metro Atlanta, Georgia. This graduate program will provide you with the knowledge, techniques, and tools to integrate data into real-world solutions for business and industry.

Program Snapshot:

  • Format: In Person or 100% Online
  • Credit Hours: 36
  • Cost: Tuition/Fees
  • Entry Terms: Fall, Spring, Summer
  • Time to Complete: 2 years
  • Application Deadlines:  
    • Fall: July 1 
    • Spring: Nov. 1 
    • Summer: April 1

Information Session:

Attend an online information session to learn about the program, admissions requirements, and next step actions. Sign up for upcoming event dates.

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Career Options

The MSDSA program will prepare you to utilize cutting edge data science and analytics techniques for careers in business, industry, government, and healthcare.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • MSDSA requires students to have fundamental knowledge in calculus, statistics/probability, and computing. A student with an insufficient background may be conditionally admitted. Conditions may be fulfilled by successfully completing foundation coursework or successfully completing foundation modules offered by KSU Community and Professional Education (CPE). Learn more about the MSDSA admission criteria and curriculum by completing the request for information form located at the top of the webpage.

  • Yes, the College of Computing and Software Engineering (CCSE) is pleased to offer financial assistance to our graduate students which includes Out of State Tuition Waivers and Graduate Assistantships: Graduate Research Assistant (GRA) and Graduate Teaching Assistant (GTA). Submit your contact information to the RFI form to get more details.

  • Graduates of universities outside the United States must be able to document that their degree is the equivalent of a four-year bachelor's degree awarded by an accredited U.S. college or university. Requirements for international students vary by visa, country, and academic history.

  • Double Owl Pathways offer undergraduate students the opportunity to obtain their undergraduate and graduate degrees faster and at a significantly lower cost than if they pursued each degree independently. 

    Current KSU undergraduate students interested in the MS in Data Science and Analytics degree may have an option for a Double Owl Pathway. To view the list of available pathways, please submit your RFI form and you will be directed to the information.

 Program Benefits

  • Technology Driven – Learn analytical programming languages like R, Python, and SAS.
  • Industry Connected – Work with area companies through projects, research, and internships.
  • Program Flexibility – Professionals can work while taking evening or online classes.
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Department Contact Information

School of Data Science and Analytics
Kennesaw State University
680 Arntson Drive
Atrium J3411, MD 9104
Marietta, GA 30060

Hours: 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. (M-F) 
Phone: (470) 578-2865
Email: datascience@kennesaw.edu