A major in data science requires between 75 and 82 credit hours, depending upon ACT/SAT scores or successful completion of placement testing. Students in data science study a core of courses that include statistics, data analytics, and programming courses. Students are required to choose one of following application areas: Biology, Geographic Information System (GIS), Business Informatics (BI), and Cybersecurity. Students will also select two guided electives.
Depending upon the selection of the two guided elective courses, the student may also earn a minor in applied statistics, business informatics, computer science, or mathematics.
Special graduation requirements: Students must earn a grade of C- or better in each course that counts as part of a major or minor for all programs offered by the school.
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♦ Indicates prerequisite.
These prerequisites are not included in the program totals in the table below, but they must be completed IN ADDITION TO other program requirements.
