Data Science, BS

There are a lot of good programs that help prepare you for data science jobs, but few put you on a path to become that unicorn who's competent in statistics, mathematics, and computer science.”

Michael Liston ’17

Come Learn in the Data Science Hub of the World

In the heart of San Francisco, USF data science offers you experiences and opportunities you won't find anywhere else.

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Dive Into Data

Roll up your sleeves and learn by doing. Study applied mathematics, statistics, machine learning, programming, and neural networks — the same networks that govern self-driving cars.

Program Overview

Fast Track Your Future

Earn a BS in data science and an MS in applied economics in just five years. If you choose this option upon enrolling at USF, you'll pay tuition for five years instead of the typical six years for a bachelor's degree plus a master's degree.

4+1 Program

Go Farther, Faster

Fast track your career with a master’s degree in data science. Your undergraduate data science or mathematics degree streamlines your admission — and guarantees a 20 percent tuition discount for your master’s.

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Land Internships

Gain the hands-on experience that leads to a full-time job in technology, e-commerce, health care, finance, social networking, genetics, biotechnology, particle physics, climatology, chemistry — any field you can think of.

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Meet Your Mentors

Work in small classes with professors who know their stuff and know your name. They bring industry experience to every class.

Meet the Faculty

Get Involved

Join the Data Science Association, a community for data science, mathematics, computer science, psychology, and economics majors at USF. Take part in hack nights and volunteer to teach coding to local high schoolers.

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