Nova Southeastern University

How this program compares

Budget-wise, $29.7K puts this master's program at the 44th percentile on cost — roughly 31% below the $42.9K average across 394 comparable listings. It is one of the 54% of programs in our database offered fully or partly online.

Admission Snapshot

Typical admitted student: Requires a bachelor's degree in a related field such as computer science, statistics, or mathematics, with a minimum GPA of 3.0 preferred; relevant programming or quantitative background strengthens applications.

About This Program

This program enables working professionals to master the techniques needed to transform large amounts of data into actionable insights. Coursework concentrates on Deep Learning and AI Ethics/Policy. Most students complete it in about 1 year.

Graduates frequently move into roles such as Data Scientist, with reported salaries around $95,000.

Apply data mining and machine learning to extract insights from large datasets.

Budget planners should note $29.7K estimated total tuition (44th percentile among AI master's programs, below the $42.9K average). That puts it in the mid-range on price among comparable programs.

It is one of 50 AI-related programs we track in Florida, of which about 42% offer an online option. On price, it comes in higher than about 76% of the Florida programs in our data, where typical tuition runs near $25.9K.

Career Outcomes

Graduates of Nova Southeastern University's MS in Data Analytics and AI most often target Data Scientist roles, where reported compensation runs around $95,000. Its focus on Deep Learning and AI Ethics/Policy maps directly to how employers screen for specialized skills rather than generic degrees. Federal projections for this occupational area point to roughly 36% growth this decade — verify the current figure on the BLS Occupational Outlook Handbook before you rely on it.

• 1. Data Scientist
• 2. AI/ML Engineer
• 3. Business Intelligence Analyst
• 4. Data Analytics Manager

What You'll Learn

• Apply data mining and machine learning to extract insights from large datasets.
• Build and deploy AI models for predictive analytics and decision-making.
• Visualize complex data to communicate findings effectively.
• Customize AI solutions using techniques like deep learning and generative models.

Curriculum Highlights

The 10-course curriculum emphasizes database systems, data visualization, ethics in computing, and hands-on data analytics projects.

Top Employers

Top employers include tech giants like Google, Amazon, Microsoft, and consulting firms such as Deloitte and Accenture.

Admissions

Admission to Nova Southeastern University's MS in Data Analytics and AI generally expects a bachelor's degree. The GRE is not required here — a growing norm among AI programs — so applicants can often lead with coursework, projects and recommendations instead. Deadlines, testing policies and funding change year to year, so confirm the current requirements on the official program page before applying.

Application Materials

• Statement of Purpose: Required
• Letters of Recommendation: 2–3
• Resume: Required
• Transcripts: Official transcripts required

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