University of Florida

How this program compares

Budget-wise, $27.8K puts this master's program at the 38th percentile on cost — roughly 35% below the $42.9K average across 394 comparable listings. It runs on a full-time, part-time schedule (on-campus).

Admission Snapshot

Typical admitted student: A bachelor's degree in any field from an accredited institution is required, with preference for engineering or technical backgrounds and an upper-division GPA of 3.0 or higher. GRE is optional, and related coursework in math or programming strengthens applications.

About This Program

This 30-credit, non-thesis program is designed for engineering students and professionals from non-computing backgrounds to gain a working knowledge of techniques and software commonly used in data science. Coursework concentrates on Machine 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 $120,000.

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

At roughly $27.8K total, University of Florida's MS in Applied Data Science sits below the $42.9K average among AI master's programs we track — the 38th percentile on price. 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 72% of the Florida programs in our data, where typical tuition runs near $25.9K.

Career Outcomes

University of Florida positions this master track for Data Scientist careers — typical offers cluster around $120,000. Its focus on Machine 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. Machine Learning Engineer
• 3. Data Analyst
• 4. Business Intelligence Analyst

What You'll Learn

• Apply data mining and machine learning to extract insights from large datasets.
• Design and implement data visualization for effective communication of findings.
• Perform statistical analysis and predictive modeling for decision-making.
• Manage databases and process big data using industry-standard tools.

Curriculum Highlights

The curriculum features seven core courses in math foundations and AI ethics, two specialization electives in areas like transportation or chemical engineering, and a real-world capstone project.

Top Employers

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

Admissions

Admission to University of Florida's MS in Applied Data Science generally expects a bachelor's degree. The GRE is optional 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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