Applied Data Science

Graduate Admissions Requirements

Prospective students may apply for admission to the MS in Applied Data Science year-round. The MS in Applied Data Science program begins every March and October. 

Do I need an undergraduate degree in science or engineering to study applied data science?

No, Bay Path designed the MS in Applied Data Science program for any college graduate (regardless of your undergraduate degree) who wishes to pursue a career in data science.

For consideration, applicants must submit the following admission requirements:

1. A completed application - Apply Now
2. Official undergraduate and graduate transcripts (a GPA 3.0 or higher is preferred )
   Official transcripts must be sent directly to Bay Path's Graduate Admissions Office from the issuing institution's records office either by mail or through a secure electronic transcript service (such as Parchment or National Clearinghouse). For transcripts sent through a secure transcript service, please select Bay Path University from the vendor's dropdown list to ensure the transcript is routed to the correct place. If an email address is requested, you can route to graduate@baypath.edu. Transcripts sent from the student are unofficial and will not be accepted. 
3. An original essay of at least 250 words on the topic: “Why the MS in Applied Data Science is important to my personal and professional goals”
4. A current resume
5. Two recommendations - Download the recommendation form here

All documentation, including recommendation forms and official transcripts, may be mailed or emailed directly to the Bay Path University Office of Graduate Admissions:

Please visit the MS in Applied Data Science program page to learn about the two tracks, curriculum, faculty, program options, and more!