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Data Science & Applied Statistics, B.S. 

Offered :

  • Castleton, VT
  • Johnson, VT
  • Lyndon, VT
  • Williston, VT
  • Randolph, VT

Some locations where this program is offered are eligible for international students requiring an F-1 visa.

What is an In-Person Plus program?

Program-required courses are taught through a combination of in-person and remote delivery. Remote learning may require meeting at a specific time or may not have a specific class time; all weekly interactions and assignments for remote courses are completed through a learning site.

As a student in Vermont State’s Bachelor of Science in Data Science & Applied Statistics, you’ll learn to uncover insights from mountains of data to empower informed decisions and use statistical tools to address real-world problems in a variety of fields.

Gain advanced skills in mathematics, statistics, artificial intelligence, and programming and real-world experience in collecting, organizing, and analyzing data and to prepare you for a variety of jobs in fields such as healthcare, law, politics, engineering, finance, and more. You’ll build important critical-thinking skills to become the type of well-rounded problem-solver employers need and be prepared to stand out in your career by making smart, data-driven decisions.

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Why Study Data Science & Applied Statistics at Vermont State? 

  • High Demand, High Salary: Today’s companies rely on data scientists for actionable insights to empower growth. The role will be increasingly important as sources of data proliferate in a digital world. That’s why the average salary for data scientists is over $115,000, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, and positions in the field are expected to expand by 36% before 2033. 
  • Diverse Career Opportunities: You’ll find a need for your skills everywhere you look. In our digital world, jobs requiring data science and applied statistics expertise are available in almost every industry, including business, education, engineering, healthcare, technology, and government, with roles including data analyst, consultant, or statistical programmer. 
  • Small Classes, Big Opportunities: Your professors will be available when you need them, and they’ll be valuable mentors to help you plan your future. You’ll also have the chance to develop relationships with your peers and learn from their experiences.  
  • A Chance to Explore:  Take a deep dive into a topic that excites you and demonstrate your mastery with a capstone project you’ll complete under the close supervision of a faculty mentor.  
  • A Foundation for Graduate School: With our rigorous program, get ready to confidently pursue graduate studies, including a master’s in data science or Vermont State’s Master of Business Administration (MBA).  

Concentrations in Data Science & Applied Statistics, B.S. 

Start Terms for Data Science & Applied Statistics, B.S. 

  • Spring 1 – January 20, 2026
  • Fall 1 – August 24, 2026

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Sample Courses

  • Introduction to Data Science & Applied Statistics 
  • Data Analytics 
  • Applied Multivariate Statistics & Modeling 
  • Regression Analysis & Design of Experiments 
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  • Faculty

Bradley Beth

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Associate Professor of Computer Science

  • Lyndon Campus

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Greg Petrics

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Professor

  • Johnson Campus

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Abbess Rajia

Professor

  • Castleton Campus

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Christopher Schwaner

Professor

  • Castleton Campus

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Julie Theoret

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Professor

  • Johnson Campus

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Get started during these start terms:

  • Spring 1 – January 20, 2026
  • Fall 1 – August 24, 2026
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