NY

Master's in DS/DA
Online

Syracuse University

Online MS in Applied Data Science – AI

  • Syracuse
About This Program

This online program blends technical data science skills with business insights to help professionals transform data into actionable strategic intelligence.

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What You'll Learn

Students develop proficiency in the full data science life cycle, including data collection, predictive modeling, visualization, and ethical evaluation of algorithms.

For detailed, official program information including specific curriculum, faculty, research opportunities, and application requirements:
Typical Curriculum Structure
Core coursework includes data administration, quantitative reasoning, and applied machine learning, with elective options in natural language processing and deep learning.
Typical Course Topics
1. Machine Learning Foundations 2. Deep Learning and Neural Networks 3. Natural Language Processing 4. Data Mining and Analytics 5. AI Ethics and Responsible AI 6. Applied AI Capstone Project
Program Specializations:
View the exact, up-to-date curriculum on the official program website
Typical Admissions Requirements
A bachelor's degree in a related field such as computer science, statistics, or engineering with a minimum GPA of 3.0 is required, along with quantitative background and programming experience.
Academic Requirements (Typical)

β€’ Degree Required: Bachelor’s degree
β€’ GRE/GMAT: Optional
β€’ TOEFL/IELTS: Required for international students (TOEFL 80+ / IELTS 6.5+)

Application Materials (Typical)

β€’ Statement of Purpose: Required
β€’ Letters of Recommendation: 2–3
β€’ Resume: Required
β€’ Transcripts: Official transcripts required

Application Timeline

Most programs have rolling admissions or deadlines in early winter for fall admission. Check the official program website for exact dates.

Career Opportunities in AI

Excel as Machine Learning Engineer in Cross-Industry AI with machine learning expertise

Estimated Industry Salary
Data Scientist: $120,000 AI Engineer: $130,000 Machine Learning Engineer: $125,000
Total compensation (entry to mid-level)
AI Job Growth
36.0%
Projected 2024-2034 (BLS)
Common Career Paths:
1. Data Scientist 2. AI/ML Engineer 3. Data Analyst 4. AI Consultant
Top AI Employers (Industry-Wide):
Top employers include tech companies like Google, Amazon, Microsoft, and consulting firms such as Deloitte and Accenture.
Program Details
Duration
  • 1 Year
Tuition
  • 68,510
Format
Online
Specializations