Master of Science in Data Science

Ball State University

Accredited degree

Offered by Ball State University

24 months

11 courses total (33 credits), 6-9 hours per week per course

~ $17,000 USD total cost

$489 per credit, with pay-as-you-go tuition for each course

No application required

Degree admission is entirely performance-based

100% online

Lecture videos, hands-on projects, and connection with instructors and peers

Who is this degree for?

This Master of Science in Data Science is designed for mid to senior-career professionals from varied backgrounds and explicitly welcomes individuals without prior data science experience. It is built for those balancing a full-time career who are looking to develop new skills to advance in their current role or transition into the data science field.

The program offers a career-focused foundation in data visualization, statistical methods, and machine learning through a unique, performance-based admission path. You gain full admission by earning a 3.0 GPA across three designated courses, proving your potential through performance.

This program is a strong fit if you are:

The data-driven strategist: An established professional looking to master data analytics and visualization to solve complex problems and secure a more senior role within your current company.

The aspiring data professional: A professional from any field ready to build a strong data science foundation from the ground up and launch a career as a Data Analyst, Data Scientist, or Business Analyst.

The focused achiever: A motivated professional who needs a flexible online program that lets you balance work and family while earning admission based on performance, not prior credentials.