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Data Science Undergraduate Study

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Interested in creating data-driven solutions for society? Whether you want to take your talents to academia, government, or industry, the Data Science program develops your expertise in statistical and computational methods, builds a foundation in statistics and statistical programming, and provides advanced skills in modeling and machine learning/artificial intelligence (ML/AI). Work with top faculty engaged in cutting-edge research in data science and AI, learn advanced methods, and build a project portfolio to gain a competitive edge in starting your data science career. Learn more about the Data Science program outcomes and see graduation data.

Programs of Study

Career Outlook

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With its median base salary of $103,500 nationally and $128,000 in the DC metro area, Data Scientist is consistently ranked near the top for job satisfaction by US News and other sources. There were 30 million job ads for data scientists in the US alone in 2020 — and these numbers continue rising. The US Bureau of Labor Statistics projects a 36 percent increase in data science jobs from 2023-2033.

DC offers the nation's highest concentration of data science positions, more than double any state, and unparalleled access to private and public sector opportunities. AU's campus is minutes from industry giants such as Deloitte Consulting, Amazon, and Lockheed Martin. Our graduates start with a foot in the door, thanks to AU’s relationships with DC-area institutions and our ever-expanding alumni data science network.

Top employers for AU BS Data Science grads:

  • Alvarez and Marsal
  • Banco General
  • Copa Airlines, Inc.
  • Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation
  • Institute of Defense Analysis
  • SIG Susquehanna
  • The MITRE Corporation
  • U.S. Government


100% of graduates from AU's Data Science Bachelor's program are employed, in grad school, or both within 6 months of graduation. Learn more about where our grads land or explore our program's graduation data.

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ABET Applied and Natural Sciences Commission

Accreditation

This program has been accredited by the Applied and Natural Sciences Commission (ANSAC) of ABET under the commission’s General Criteria and Program Criteria for Data Science

  • ABET is a specialized accreditor who accredits college and university programs in applied and natural science, computing, engineering and engineering technology.
  • With ABET accreditation, students, parents, employers, and the society we serve can be confident that a program meets the quality standards that produce graduates prepared to enter a global workforce.
  •  See “Why ABET Accreditation Matters” for more information about ABET Accreditation.