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Why Pursue a Master's Degree in Statistics and Data Science
In this age of advanced technology, there is an increasing demand for trained individuals who understand the nature of designing experiments, making predictions and forecasts, and analyzing large complex data sets. In response to this demand, the MS in Statistics and Data Science has been implemented at UTSA.
Become a next generation data scientist by earning a UTSA Master of Science in Statistics and Data Science degree from our top-ranked business school in San Antonio, Texas.
STEM Designated Degree Program
This program in the UTSA Carlos Alvarez College of Business is included on the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s STEM Designated Degree Program list.
STEM Designated Degree Programs provide several benefits, including:
- High career growth potential and competitive salaries
- Development of transferrable skills such as adaptability, critical thinking, research and analysis
- International students on an F-1 visa are eligible for up to 24 months of Optional Practical Training (OPT)
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Admission & Application Requirements
Applications are submitted through the UTSA Graduate Application. Please upload all required documents (listed below) on your UTSA Graduate Application. It is the applicant’s responsibility to ensure completion and submission of the application, a nonrefundable application fee, and all required supporting documents are on file with UTSA by the appropriate application deadline.
| Statistics and Data Science (MS) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Admission is only available for the Fall semester | ||
| Required Degree | Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in the United States or have proof of equivalent training at a foreign institution. | |
| Minimum GPA | 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale) Departments may consider GPA of last 60 semester credit hours | |
| Coursework | 18 credit hours in an area related to this graduate degree and at least 12 hours must be at the upper-division level. | |
| Transcripts* | Required from all institutions attended; international transcripts must be recorded/translated to English | |
| Credential Evaluation | Required if you have earned university-level credit from foreign institutions. Submit an evaluation of your transcripts from Educational Credential Evaluators (ECE) directly from the graduate admission application platform | |
| English Language Proficiency | 550 TOEFL Paper / 79 TOEFL Internet / 6.5 IELTS / Duolingo 100 | |
| *Unofficial transcripts will be taken into consideration for admissions; however, if admitted into the program, you must submit official transcripts to the University. | ||
Application Deadlines
Applicants are encouraged to have their admission file completed as early as possible. All applications, required documents and letters of recommendation, if applicable, must be submitted by 5:00 PM U.S. Central Time on the day of the deadline. Deadlines are subject to change.
| Statistics and Data Science (MS) | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Timing on Admission Decision: Completed applications will be reviewed for admission on a rolling basis. Decisions generally will be made and sent to applicants within 4 to 6 weeks of receiving the application. | |||
| Application Deadlines for: | Priority | International | Domestic |
| Fall 2024 | June 1 | August 1 | |
| Spring | Not Available | Not Available | |
| Summer | Not Available | Not Available | |
Career Options
UTSA prepares you for future careers that are in demand. The possible careers below is data pulled by a third-party tool called Emsi, which pulls information from sources like the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Census Bureau, online job postings, other government databases and more to give you regional and national career outlook related to this academic program.
School of Data Science
This program is part of the School of Data Science, also known as San Pedro I, and is housed in a cutting-edge facility dedicated to advancing the field of data science and fostering innovation in data-driven research and education. San Pedro I is a state-of-the-art facility specifically designed for hands-on learning and research under renowned faculty with expertise in data science, machine learning, artificial intelligence, and more. The School of Data Science is committed to providing a world-class education that equips students with the knowledge, skills, and career opportunities needed to thrive in the rapidly evolving data landscape.
Register for an Information Session
Interested in learning more about UTSA’s Carlos Alvarez College of Business Statistics and Data Science master’s program? Register to attend an upcoming Information Session where you’ll have the opportunity to review application procedures, learn admissions requirements and ask questions.
The tuition cost and related fees indicated below will vary by semester, number of courses taken, residency status and enrollment level (full-time or part-time). The table below is based on the 2023-2024 graduate student fee schedule. For the current fee schedule, reference: utsa.edu/financialaffairs/services/fiscal-services/tuition-fees
Fall 2023, Spring 2024, Summer 2024 Tuition and Fees (subject to change)
| Resident | University Tuition and Fees1, 2, 3 | Business Differential Tuition ($129/credit hour) | Semester Fee for Master’s Students | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 hours | $1,772.07 | $407.10 | $150.00 | $2,329.17 |
| 6 hours | $3,101.67 | $814.20 | $150.00 | $4,065.87 |
| 9 hours | $4,473.27 | $1,221.30 | $150.00 | $5,844.57 |
| 12 hours | $5,844.87 | $1,628.40 | $150.00 | $7,623.27 |
| 15 hours | $6,977.07 | $2,035.50 | $150 | $9,162.57 |
1Note: additional $75 fee for each online/hybrid course
2Additional $10 in first semester
3Does not include parking or health insurance
Fall 2023, Spring 2024, Summer 2024 Tuition and Fees (subject to change)
| Non-Resident | University Tuition and Fees1, 2, 3, 4 | Business Differential Tuition ($129/credit hour) | Semester Fee for Master’s Students | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 hours | $4,863.63 | $407.10 | >$150.00 | $5,420.73 |
| 6 hours | $9,284.79 | $814.20 | $150.00 | $10,248.99 |
| 9 hours | $13,747.95 | $1,221.30 | $150.00 | $15,119.25 |
| 12 hours | $18,211.11 | $1,628.40 | $150.00 | $19,989.51 |
| 15 hours | $22,434.87 | $2,035.50 | $150 | $24,620.37 |
1Note: additional $75 fee for each online/hybrid course
2Additional $10 in first semester
3Does not include parking or health insurance
4International students are assessed an additional $125 per semester
- Becton Dickinson
- CAT
- Chase Bank
- ERCOT
- Fort Sam Houston
- Frost Bank
- Harland Clarke
- H-E-B
- Joint Information Operations Warfare Center (JOIWC)
- Medspace
- National Security Agency (NSA)
- Pearson
- Rackspace
- RTI International
- Southwest Research Institute
- Texas Education Agency
- Trinity Health Care Resources
- USAA
- U.S. Air Force
- UT Health San Antonio
- VA Hospital
- Valero Energy Corporation
- Visa Incorporated
- Wells Fargo
- Applied Statistics
- Introduction to Statistical Inference
- Mathematical Statistics
- SAS Programming and Data Management
Elective courses in the areas of:
- Biostatistics
- Big Data Analytics
- Data Mining
- Financial Modeling
- Industrial Statistics
