Student Experience

Once you request information about the program, you will be paired with Kevin Alt, who will answer questions and guide you through the application process.

Once you enroll, you’ll have access to Kirt Mendes, our student success advisor who will help craft your career-focused academic plan with you, offering support and assistance with academic and administrative matters throughout your journey.

Our advisors and the DU Career Center offer one-on-one career guidance - from resume and cover letter development and mock interviews to connections with alumni in the field.

MS in Data Science courses taught by experienced faculty who are academics, data science leaders, innovators and executives across a range of industries. Access their wealth of wisdom and professional mentorship throughout this program. 

Once in the program, you’ll benefit from a diverse community of faculty and learners deeply committed to equity, inclusion, diversity and justice and representing a wide array of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences.

Explore our Data Science Program's distinctive feature — an optional for-credit data science internship. Gain real-world experience and valuable professional connections with organizations such as McKesson Health Solutions, Xcel Energy, Jefferson County (Colorado), American Family Insurance, Nike and Charles Schwab.