Overview

The Data Science major at University of Florida enables students to achieve proficiency in the fundamentals of programming, databases, and statistical reasoning. Through coursework and projects, students will gain knowledge in problem solving, data science applications and ethics, and statistical inference. Emphasis is on developing the ability to approach real world problems and through the use of computing and statistical methods to draw valid scientific inferences.

Student Learning Outcomes

Identify, define, and describe concepts and issues in data science, including those involved in computing and programming, databases, ethics, mathematical foundations, and statistical methods.

Identify sources of variability and bias in a given set of data and formulate and carefully program an appropriate statistical analysis.

Clearly and effectively present ideas in speech and in writing concerning issues in the proper analysis of data.

Programme Structure

Courses:

Computational Linear Algebra

Regression Analysis

Data Structures and Algorithm

Information and Database Systems

Ethics, Data, and Technology

- Programming With Data in R

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-01-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Gainesville, United States

Disciplines

Data Science & Big Data View 466 other Bachelors in Data Science & Big Data in United States

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

All international applicants should apply online.
Submit the non-refundable $30 application fee (U.S. currency drawn on a U.S. bank or credit card); an application will not be considered without this fee.
Freshmen must submit official SAT or ACT (with writing test) scores.
Junior-level transfer applicants whose native language is not English must submit official scores from the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL), International English Language Testing System (IELTS) .
Submit official transcripts, mark sheets, examination certificates and diplomas earned from all high schools, colleges and universities attended.

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Tuition Fee

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International

28658 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 28658 USD per year during 48 months.
National

28658 USD/year

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Based on the tuition of 28658 USD per year during 48 months.
In-State

6380 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 6380 USD per year during 48 months.

Living costs for Gainesville

900 - 1335 USD /month

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