Data Science, B.S.

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Program Summary

All In For A Career In Data Science.

As a university rooted in Christianity, we’ll teach you responsible and ethical data practices. You won’t just excel in technical skills but also uphold the highest standards of integrity, privacy, and social responsibility, ensuring that the power of data is harnessed for the greater good.

This bachelor’s degree would make it possible to work for a wide range of incredible companies across various industries, solving complex problems, analyzing data, and driving innovation. Learn the programs and software professionals are using right now. Are you ready to go all in?

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Program Highlights

PRACTICAL SKILLS
Master analytics techniques – no extensive coding required.

PREPARE TO BE HIRED
Customize your education to prepare you for actual business scenarios.

HYBRID LEARNING AND NETWORKING
This program offers a flexible class schedule, learning from expert faculty across the country.

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How Much Will I Pay?

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Total Program
Sticker Price:

$52,127


Last year

100%

of full-time freshmen students who applied 
for a scholarship received one

$25,324

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ANCHORED IN CHRISTIAN FAITH

You’ll be spiritually prepared for engagement in a diverse world.

CUSTOMIZED EDUCATIONAL PATHWAYS

Whatever your interests and circumstances, you’ll be equipped for your one-of-a-kind vocation.

READY TO
LEAD

You’ll be ready to lead, making meaningful contributions in your profession.

FLOURISHING PEOPLE & COMMUNITIES

Empowered to act in local and practical ways, you’ll make a difference in the communities where you live and work.

Coursework

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What Will I Learn?

Do you ever wonder about how Netflix can figure out what show you’ll love next? Or how Amazon delivers a package to your home in under 48 hours? As a data scientist, you’d learn how to play a key role in making the “impossible” possible.

You’ll learn how to make business decisions based on robust analytics without needing extensive coding. Our Data Science program is designed to equip you with the skills necessary to navigate the dynamic world of business intelligence.

You’ll study:

  • Tableau and SQL (data management programs)
  • Internet history, security, and technology
  • Data analytics
  • Programming
  • Data structures
  • Data projects
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Career Outlook

With starting salaries between $63,000 to $102,000, studying Data Analytics provides you with a great path to making six figures. There’s also never been a better time to enter the field, as jobs are growing 36% over the next decade – much quicker than the average field.

OpenAI, Google, Salesforce, Amazon, Meta, and X are all investing heavily into AI today and this is one of the few programs available in the country that prepare students to run straight into that growth.

Possible careers include:

  • Data Analyst
  • Product Analyst
  • Statistician
  • Data Engineer
  • Machine Learning Engineer
  • Data Researcher
  • AI Engineer

Frequently Asked Questions

Data science, in simple terms, is extracting information or insights from data.

A data science degree from Roberts prepares you for the technical and ethical parts of data science. You’ll learn data management programs like Tableau and SQL, learn about real-world data science problems with experts in the industry, and study AI language models.

Along with that, you’ll learn how to tackle problems in the field through a Christian-centered approach. You’ll graduate ready to be an ethical and responsible data scientist ready to use data to make positive changes.

If you aren’t at least comfortable with Calculus, you may be better suited for a Business Analytics program. The math and programming in this program goes relatively deep.

According to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median annual wage for data scientists in 2022 was $103,500. These numbers will differ by area, experience, and position.​​​​

Yes! If you come to campus for an individual visit, you can meet individually with a professor to get an overview of the major and your individual questions answered. Our Discovery Day events typically include a Faculty & Services Expo, where you can meet your future professors.

Yes! At Roberts, we’re dedicated to supporting you. Our Office of Student Financial Services is here to help you make the most of every financial aid opportunity available.

We provide financial assistance to 100% of our undergraduate students, so you can focus on following your calling with confidence.