Admissions

Before Applying

To apply to the program, you will need the following:

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  Resume

  Submit a resume via the application status page listing your current employer(s) and professional experiences.

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  Transcripts

  A regionally accredited baccalaureate degree is required for admission. You may submit an unofficial transcript with your initial application. 
  Upon acceptance, you will need to have one official transcript from each college or university. This includes transcripts for credit earned for transfer work and study abroad. Official electronic transcripts can be sent to gradinfo@du.edu through a secure third party. Official transcripts may also be sent via postal mail in an unopened envelope that has been sealed by the issuing university.

  Official transcripts can be sent to:


  University College
  University of Denver
  Attn: Admission
  2211 South Josephine Street
  Denver, CO 80208

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  Recommendation Letters

  Two (2) letters of recommendation are required but three (3) are preferred. Letters should be submitted by recommenders through the online application. 

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  Personal Statement

  A personal statement of at least 300 words is required. Your statement should provide a response to the following questions: 

  • What is your motivation for pursuing data science at this time and why are you interested in pursuing this study at the University of Denver? Please be specific. 

  • How has your academic training, work experience, and/or self-directed learning prepared you for graduate work in data science? 

  • What do you expect will be the most challenging aspects of participating in the data science graduate program for you personally? What preparations can you take to overcome these challenges? 

  • What do you want to accomplish in the future as a data scientist? 

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  International Applicants

  If you wish to study on an F1 or J1 visa, please review the admission requirements for international applicants. This degree qualifies for an E-STEM OPT Extension. View all CIP codes eligible here.