Data Science
Oregon State University
Public · College / university
Build mathematical, statistical and computing skills for working with data.
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What this route covers
Combine computational tools, statistical analysis and the ethical use of data. The curriculum develops analysis and problem-solving skills rather than guaranteeing a particular job title.
Before you apply
Review the Data Science course map and have an advisor evaluate prior credits and placement before registering.
Your complete timeline
4-year example plan; confirm transfer credits. Prior credits, prerequisite placement and course availability can change your personal completion date.
Plan around the schedule
Campus or online options. Ask for the actual days, start times and required travel from Corvallis or online. Online coursework does not necessarily make laboratories or placements remote.
Application and selection
Use the official Data Science page to review the current entry checklist. Ask whether a separate department application, selection process or cohort start applies before committing to enrollment.
Details checked September 15, 2026. Confirm current requirements with the provider.
Questions to take to an advisor
Which projects and internships will help demonstrate my skills to employers?
- Which required courses or placements are offered only once per year?
- Can you give me a written estimate covering every required term and practical expense?
- Which employment, transfer or licensing requirements remain after this award?
Published program length is not a personal completion estimate. Transfer credits, prerequisites, selection and course availability can change the timeline.
After the program
Data science combines statistics, mathematics and programming. A bachelor’s route can provide a foundation; some employers seek graduate study or specialized experience. Ask how the program builds an applied project portfolio.
Cost and outcomes
Published base; complete personal budget still needed
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Published tuition or budget base
OSU's 2026-27 Corvallis resident undergraduate budget estimates $16,014 in tuition and fees for three terms at 15 credits per term. This is an institutional budget, not a program quote; major differentials, Ecampus pricing, course mix and other expenses can change your actual bill.
Official tuition and cost information ↗ · Checked September 16, 2026
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