Overview

A Data Scientist is a programmer, statistician, and communicator that burns with curiosity.

Both large and small companies collect and store massive amounts of data. They need data scientists that can provide actionable insight from the data. This Data Science program from Brigham Young University Idaho prepares individuals with the skills to program with, visualize, and interpret data for employers in this rapidly expanding field.

Program Learning Outcomes

Demonstrate proficiency in the core programming languages of a data science professional.
Establish a foundation in statistical modeling and mathematical reasoning.
Do exploratory analyses of complex and 'large' unformatted data across varied domain applications.
Use machine learning and statistics for inferential decision making in business and science.
Enrich and demonstrate team based collaborative skills necessary for careers as a data scientist.
Understand the ethical and moral implications of data science applications.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Databases
Programming
Programming with Functions
Data Science Programming
Data Intuition and Insight
Multivariable and Vector Calculus

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-06 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-09-15 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-12-15 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-04-19 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-15 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2027-04-01 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-09-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-05-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2027-09-01 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Rexburg, United States

Disciplines

Data Science & Big Data View 460 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.

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General requirements

Cumulative unweighted high school grade point average (GPA).
BYU-Idaho currently operates with a test-optional policy for ACT and SAT in the admissions process. This practice will continue through the application for Winter 2024 at minimum. Students are still encouraged to test and submit scores, as BYU-Idaho uses these scores for placement in freshman-level English and Math courses.
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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

9888 USD / year

≈ 9888 USD / year
Out-of-State

9888 USD / year

≈ 9888 USD / year
Domestic

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In-State

4944 USD / year

≈ 4944 USD / year

Additional Details

Member: $2,328 per semester / Non-Member: $4,656 per semester.

Living costs

Rexburg

United States

750 - 1100 USD / month

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