Amherst,
MA,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Graduate Certificate in Statistical and Computational Data Science in Boston United States | University of Massachusetts Amherst
University of Massachusetts Amherst
|
Boston United States
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Qualification
Graduate Certificate
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
32,276
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
12 months
The Certificate in Statistical and Computational Data Science is a graduate-level, 15-credit program comprising five courses, with coursework drawn from both Statistics and Computer Science disciplines. Participants must complete a minimum of two courses from each department. Both degree-seeking graduate students and non-degree students through Continuing and Professional Education may pursue this certificate, provided they meet all course prerequisites.
This program serves working professionals aiming to strengthen their data science expertise, as well as MS/PhD candidates looking to complement their primary degrees. Computer Science graduate students may alternatively explore the Data Science concentration within their Master's program.
For applicants needing programming fundamentals, we provide COMPSCI 590N: Introduction to Numerical Computing with Python - a one-credit preparatory course covering essential Python skills crucial for data science applications.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Prior to their anticipated start date, applicants must complete a bachelor's degree from a U.S. college or university accredited by a regional accrediting association, or complete an international degree that is equivalent to a U.S. bachelor's degree from a college or university recognized and approved by the Ministry of Education or commission responsible for higher education in the country where the degree is earned. If you obtained your degree from a university outside the United States.
Transcripts - Please submit your current transcripts from all colleges/universities attended, undergraduate and graduate, where nine (9) or more credits were earned. Current or final unofficial transcripts uploaded to the Additional Materials page of your application are acceptable. Upon admittance, official transcripts will need to be submitted, either electronically or in paper format, directly by each institution's registrar to the Graduate Student Service Center.
Personal Statement and R'sum
Letters of Recommendation
Most programs require a minimum of two letters of recommendation, but some programs require more.
IELTS - 6.5
TOEFL IBT - 80
Duolingo English Test: Minimum overall score of 115
Transcripts - Please submit your current transcripts from all colleges/universities attended, undergraduate and graduate, where nine (9) or more credits were earned. Current or final unofficial transcripts uploaded to the Additional Materials page of your application are acceptable. Upon admittance, official transcripts will need to be submitted, either electronically or in paper format, directly by each institution's registrar to the Graduate Student Service Center.
Personal Statement and R'sum
Letters of Recommendation
Most programs require a minimum of two letters of recommendation, but some programs require more.
IELTS - 6.5
TOEFL IBT - 80
Duolingo English Test: Minimum overall score of 115
Tuition
USD
32,276