The MSDS Online program offers two cohort options: Spring (January start) and Fall (August start). Applications are accepted on a rolling basis, meaning that your application will be reviewed and you will receive an admission decision within 5-10 business days of submission.

Spring 2024 Cohort
We are now accepting applications for Spring 2024 admission!

Final Rolling Application Due Date
December 1, 2023 (11:59 pm ET)
Applications are accepted on a rolling basis, meaning that your application will be reviewed within a week of its submission up to the final deadline on December 1.

Deadline for Supplementary Materials*
December 8, 2024 (11:59 pm ET)
*Supplementary Materials include transcripts and letter(s) of recommendation, TOEFL or IELTS test scores (if required). Please note that we do not accept research papers, articles, statements of purpose, GRE scores, or other supplementary items aside from those required for the application.

MSDS Online Virtual Open House
Monday, November 6, 2023 | 4:00 pm-5:00 pm EST Register 
Meet MSDS Online Program Director and Assistant Professor Jonathan Kropko to learn more about the program curriculum and community, professional career support, and life as a graduate student in data science.

Term Start
January 17, 2024

FAFSA Deadline: Rolling 
Applicants seeking need-based financial aid and fellowships should submit their FAFSA at the same time they submit their application for admission. The deadline is rolling, and fellowship funding may be offered if available. Please refer to the Tuition and Fees page for more information.


Fall 2024 Cohort
We are now accepting applications for Fall 2024 admission!

Final Rolling Application Due Date
July 19, 2024 (11:59 pm ET)
Applications are accepted on a rolling basis, meaning that your application will be reviewed within a week of its submission up to the final deadline on July 19.

Deadline for Supplementary Materials*
July 26, 2024 (11:59 pm ET)
*Supplementary Materials include transcripts and letter(s) of recommendation, TOEFL or IELTS test scores (if required). Please note that we do not accept research papers, articles, statements of purpose, GRE scores, or other supplementary items aside from those required for the application.

Term Start
August 27, 2024

FAFSA Deadline: Rolling 
Applicants seeking need-based financial aid and fellowships should submit their FAFSA at the same time they submit their application for admission. The deadline is rolling, and fellowship funding may be offered if available. Please refer to the Tuition and Fees page for more information.

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