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The need for data scientists is increasing as organizations across sectors—businesses, government bodies, and nonprofits—rely more on data-driven decision-making. While big data continues to accumulate, there's a shortage of trained professionals to handle it effectively.
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the demand for skilled data scientists is rising significantly faster than most other occupations. CareerCast named data scientist the top career choice for 2019. Currently, job openings outnumber qualified candidates.
The University of Toledo is dedicated to equipping students for modern workforce demands. We've enhanced our academic programs in data science and analytics.
Our interdisciplinary bachelor's program in data science, offered through the College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics, trains students in data collection, organization, and interpretation. The curriculum emphasizes mathematics, statistics, introductory programming, and applications in health and scientific fields. Students gain expertise in software, analytical tools, and their real-world implementation for large-scale data in science, nature, and healthcare.