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Master of Science in Data Science

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Master of Science in Data Science

University of Colorado Boulder

Accredited degree

Offered by the University of Colorado Boulder

Finish in 24 months

30 courses total (30 credit hours) full or part-time, 4–6 hours per week per course

$15,750 USD total cost

Each time you take a course, pay tuition for that course only ($525/credit hour)

Performance-based admission

Start learning and show us you’re ready, regardless of your background

100% online

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

Academics

Looking for a new way into a master’s degree program?

With no application or transcripts, start with whatever interests you most. Perhaps a core course on data mining or an elective on high-performance computing? Credits you earn before admission into the program will count towards your degree. With 30 courses taken at your own pace, you can achieve your goals more quickly than you’d imagined.

Flexibility
Start on any course and work through the program in your own time, at your own pace.
Program length
Choose from 6 enrollment terms throughout the year to finish 30 courses in 18 months or more.
Languages
Available in English Subtitles: English, Arabic, French, Portuguese (European), Italian, Vietnamese, German, Russian, Spanish, Persian.
Learn on mobile
Take your studies on the go with mobile-friendly learning on iOS and Android. Some assignments can’t be completed on a mobile device.

Enrollment for Summer 2 2025 is now closed!

Fall 1 enrollment starts August 20. Stay tuned!

Upcoming events

  • August 5: Mastering AI Tools with Data Science: CU Boulder’s Online MS in DS - Register here

Additional resources

Questions? Contact the CU Boulder MS-DS team at cuboulder-msds@coursera.org.

Welcome back! 🎉

Our enrollment experts are ready to help you make an informed decision about this degree. Request info and start your application now.

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Enrollment for Summer 2 2025 is now closed!

Fall 1 enrollment starts August 20. Stay tuned!

Upcoming events

  • August 5: Mastering AI Tools with Data Science: CU Boulder’s Online MS in DS - Register here

Additional resources

Questions? Contact the CU Boulder MS-DS team at cuboulder-msds@coursera.org.

Welcome back! 🎉

Our enrollment experts are ready to help you make an informed decision about this degree. Request info and start your application now.

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Summer 2 2025 deadline: July 18

Don’t miss your chance to join the intake!