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Master of Professional Studies in Data Science (STEM) BPP North America - University of Maryland - Baltimore County BPP North America - University of Maryland - Baltimore County, USA

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USD 25920

Annual Tuition Fee

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*Subject to change and other fees
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USD 50

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24 months

Duration

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6.5

IELTS

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90

TOEFL

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70%

Min GPA

Program Overview

The goal of the program prepares students from a wide range of disciplinary backgrounds for careers in data science. In the core courses, students will receive a fundamental understanding of data science through classes that highlight machine learning, data analysis and data management. The core courses will also introduce students to ethical and legal implications surrounding data science.

Beyond the core courses, students will take three courses in domain specific pathways developed in collaboration with academic departments across the university. Through these pathways, students will be able to utilize the skills and techniques learned in the core courses within their own field or area of expertise.

Tracks/Concentrations: 

  • Data Science Analytics
  • Spatial Analytics
  • Project Management Pathway
  • Management Science Pathway
  • Cybersecurity Pathway
  • Policy Analysis Pathway
  • Healthcare Analysis Pathway
  • Advanced Computing and Analytics Pathway
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Additional Information

Program Level Master's Degree

College/University Processing Time 24 Days

Program Format Full-Time

Optional Practical Training (OPT) work permit

Program Intake

Open

Jan 2026

Closed

Aug 2025

General Admission Requirement

    Academic Requirement

    • Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have a Bachelor's Degree.

    6.5 IELTS Score
    90 TOEFL Score Minimum Overall Score
    61 PTE Score Minimum Overall Score
    115 Duolingo Minimum Overall Score
    70% CGPA Minimum Overall Score

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    Tuition Fee

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    Average Tuition Fee Per Year

    25920

    Tuition Fee
    (USD)

    USD 50

    Application Fee
    (USD)

    13000 Per year

    Average Cost of Living
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    Scholarships

    Type of Scholarship Scholarship Information Amount/ Range
    EduCo Scholarship – UMBC EduCo Scholarship – UMBC Criteria: Awarded to international graduate students who applied through EduCo’s recruitment partner network
    Amount: $1,000 for the first semester at UMBCAll students that go through EduCo receive a $1,000 scholarship for their first semester at UMBC.

    Scholarship opportunities may be provided by the individual departments, notably in the second year of the academic programs.
    Grants may be used to supplement research opportunities.
    EduCo Scholarship – UMBC Amount: $1,000 for the first semester at UMBCAll students that go through EduCo receive a $1,000 scholarship for their first semester at UMBC.

     

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