GW Columbian College of Arts & Sciences - Data Science OLD
Data-Driven Problem Solving
Analytical training for the real world
At the George Washington University, our Master of Science in Data Science teaches students to understand and extract actionable insights from big data.
Through a structured curriculum comprised of foundational knowledge and applied skills, students are equipped to interpret complex issues in government, private industry and the global society.
Why Data Science at GW?
Mentorship
Students receive one-on-one mentoring from advisors and program directors.
Experience
Our capstone course connects students with organizations to complete real-world projects.
Access
Internship and career opportunities abound thanks to our D.C. location and partners.
About the Program
Drawing on statistics, computer science and mathematics, GW’s MS in Data Science focuses on the effective use of data from the natural and social sciences.
This STEM-designated master's program trains students on the latest tools for analysis and data visualization and strengthens their résumés with the practical knowledge required for data-intensive jobs.
Students are prepared for a variety of careers ranging from financial consulting and policy advising to disaster relief management and computational biology.
Select Internship Sites & Employers
- Amazon
- Booz Allen Hamilton
- Capital One
- D.C. Government
- Discovery
- National Institutes of Health
- Oracle
- U.S. Department of Defense
- U.S. Department of Homeland Security
- U.S. Food & Drug Administration
"Upon graduation, I received an offer from my current employer, Discovery. All the knowledge and technical skills that I learned in the Data Science Program enabled me to pick up new tasks quickly because I was well trained in analytical and data architect mindsets."
Mengjiao Xue
Data Science, MS '17