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Data Science Major in Pennsylvania
Immerse yourself in the foundations of computer science, mathematics and statistics with our Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in data science. Earn your degree at a Christian university and explore career options in the world of finance, tech, healthcare and beyond.
Study Data Science at a Christian University
As a data science major or minor at Messiah University, one of the top private Christian universities in the U.S., you will study a combination of computer science, mathematics and statistics to analyze and manage data. In an increasingly data-driven world, data analysis and data management skills are in high demand. Delve into courses covering programming, database management and security, probability theory, statistical modeling, data visualization and more. You will gain expertise in extracting insights from complex datasets as you embrace the future of data-driven decision-making.
As an data science major or minor at Messiah University, you'll be able to:
- Focus on projects from real contexts and learn to function as part of multiple project teams at the same time.
- Learn to use some of the most common statistical software packages used in industry.
- Take statistics courses taught by Ph.D.-trained experts in mathematics, statistics and computer science, an uncommon opportunity since at other schools, one or more areas may be taught by those outside the particular subject area.
- Present your work professionally at our annual Spring Symposium on campus, or regionally and/or nationally at professional meetings attended by students and faculty.
- Pursue a minor or major in a variety of fields that interest you to provide application of your growing data science skills.
As a graduate of the data science program, you will be equipped to secure positions such as:
- Data analyst
- Business intelligence analyst
- Data scientist
- Machine learning engineer
- Data engineer
Messiah’s nationally recognized internship program helps place students in a variety of data science internships. Learn more about Messiah's Career and Professional Development Center and explore the types of opportunities available to students in this program.
Programs related to Data Science
In the Data Science program, you will take a selection of courses that successfully prepare you for a career in a related field. Hands-on experiences and classroom learning within the framework of Christian faith will give you the skills and knowledge to achieve your goals. Our programs offer a wide variety of courses that will not only help you excel in your future career, but challenge you to develop a deeper understanding of your field of study.
Course options for Data Science:
Data Science (B.S.)
Data Science Minor
Data Science careers and outcomes
Where our grads work
Graduates of the Data Science program work in positions of leadership in their places of employment, using the tools and knowledge a Messiah University education prepared them with. Each year, eager employers and some of the nation's best graduate schools welcome Messiah graduates into their organizations.
96% of the Class of 2022 respondents were employed or in graduate school within 6-9 months of graduation.
Our Alumni
Regional and national employers seek out Messiah graduates for their academic preparation, work ethic and personal character. The transformation you experience at Messiah readies you to transform the lives of others through your chosen career path.
Messiah's unique approach to hands-on learning
Learning in the classroom is important but actually applying that knowledge in a hands-on way can make all the difference. At Messiah University, the Experiential Learning Initiative (ELI) allows Messiah to take this hands-on learning to a new level by giving students the opportunity to apply what they have learned to various real world contexts--such as an internship/practica, service learning, off-campus program, holding a student leadership position, or participating in undergraduate research.