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MS Applied Data Science (MADS) at Carnegie Mellon University

Carnegie Mellon University, United States

Programme overview

Nine-month professional master's emphasizing data analysis, statistical computing and professional skills; no thesis. Typical cohorts are 25-35 students.

Faculty: Dietrich College of Humanities and Social Sciences  |  Department: Department of Statistics & Data Science  |  Duration: 9 months (two semesters)  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Pittsburgh, PA, United States

What you will study

Fall core: Professional Skills for Statisticians I, Data Visualization, Data Engineering, Applied Linear Models, Statistical Computing; spring core includes Statistical Machine Learning, Time Series and a Data Science Consulting Capstone, plus rotating electives.

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Entry requirements

MADS (cycle October 5, 2026 to January 15, 2027, rolling after if space remains): GRE General Test optional. Transcripts from all institutions; three recommendation letters (two from faculty); applicant background and goals statement. English proficiency (TOEFL, IELTS or Duolingo) required of non-native speakers, no waiver. Recommended prerequisites: matrix/linear algebra familiarity. Application fee $50 by November 2, 2026, $75 after.

USD 53,000 a year (2026-27). Tuition stated for the Dietrich College of Humanities & Social Sciences graduate band (2026-27); the page does not label the period beyond the academic-year heading. Excludes fees ($1,040), housing and health insurance. Source

Duration: 9 months (two semesters)

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