MS Data Analytics and Computational Social Science (Online) at University of Massachusetts Amherst

Programme overview

The Online MS in Data Analytics and Computational Social Science is a fully online, part-time degree with the same coursework and outcomes as the full-time in-person MS. It trains students for roles needing advanced data analysis and computational social science skills and regular interaction with data science professionals.

Faculty: College of Social and Behavioral Sciences | Department: School of Public Policy | Duration: Part-time online; 10 courses totaling 32 credits | Intake: Summer (April 15), Fall (July 31), Spring (November 30) | Study mode: online | Location: Amherst, MA, United States

What you will study

Ten courses totaling 32 credits, covering the same DACSS curriculum as the on-campus degree, including computational methods and data science fundamentals.

Official programme page

Application information

Entry requirements

Online MS in DACSS: apply through the UMass Graduate School and indicate the Online MS. Personal statement, resume or CV, most recent official transcript, two letters of recommendation (at least one from a current or former professor), and a short essay response. TOEFL, IELTS or Duolingo required for international students without prior instruction in English; GRE and writing sample optional. Deadlines: summer April 15, fall July 31, spring November 30.

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Intake: Summer (April 15), Fall (July 31), Spring (November 30)

Duration: Part-time online; 10 courses totaling 32 credits

Explore more study programmes

Engineering