Master of Science in Data Science

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Master of Science in Data Science

University of Colorado Boulder

Accredited degree

Offered by the University of Colorado Boulder

Finish in 24 months

30 courses total (30 credit hours) full or part-time, 4–6 hours per week per course

$15,750 USD total cost

Each time you take a course, pay tuition for that course only ($525/credit hour)

Performance-based admission

Start learning and show us you’re ready, regardless of your background

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Lecture videos, hands-on projects, and connection with instructors and peers

Flexible payment options and transparent pricing

With “pay-as-you-go” tuition, you only need to pay for the courses you’re taking in the next eight-week session when you enroll. This allows for greater budgeting flexibility and gives you more control over your student finances, making it much easier to pay for your education.

Tuition is $525 per credit hour, and $15,750 for the full 30-credit master’s degree.

Master in-demand 'builder' skills

Gain deep technical competence in programming, algorithms, and systems—the core skills needed to build and maintain modern software and infrastructure.

Pay-as-you-go tuition

Enjoy financial flexibility by only paying for the courses you are enrolled in each session, with no need for a large upfront financial commitment.

Transparent pricing

Avoid surprises with transparent tuition. Your price covers everything from course access and exam proctoring to dedicated support and career resources.