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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.
We understand that the cost and value of your education is important to you. That's why we're committed to being one of the most affordable colleges in Vermont and why more than 80% of our students receive aid. We're here to help you fit this program into your unique financial picture. Contact this program's Admissions Counselor any time to discuss what types of financial aid are right for you.
Combined with scholarships and aid, a Vermont State education is within reach for students from all financial backgrounds. Speak with our Admissions Counselor to estimate what your true out-of-pocket costs might be for this program.
Tuition and Fees
Tuition for Data Science & Applied Statistics, B.S.
$10,704 Full Time Annual
$446 /credit
$21,408 Full Time Annual
$892 /credit
Total Mandatory Fees
Undergraduate (In-Person / In-Person Plus)
$1,656 Full Time Annual
$69 /credit
Housing and Food
Standard Housing
$8,388 Full Time Annual
Standard Food Plan
$5,506 Full Time Annual
For complete information on tuition and fees across all programs and locations, as well as indirect costs of attendance, visit the complete tuition and fees page.
Humanistic Perspective general education course
3 cr
GED XXXX
Natural Science general education course
3 cr
Fall
CNX 2020
Reading and Writing Across the Curriculum
3 cr
MAT 2020
Mathematical Reasoning
3 cr
MAT 3210
Linear Algebra
3 cr
GED XXXX
Social Science general education course
3 cr
XXX XXXX
Elective
3 cr
Spring
MAT 3135
Introduction to Data Science & Applied Statistics
3 cr
GED XXXX
Digital Literacy and Computing general education course
3 cr
XXX XXXX
Elective
3 cr
XXX XXXX
Elective
3 cr
XXX XXXX
Elective
3 cr
Fall
MAT 3220
Probability
3 cr
PRG XXXX
Program elective
3 cr
XXX XXXX
Elective
3 cr
XXX XXXX
Elective
3 cr
Spring
MAT 3230
Mathematical Statistics
3 cr
MAT 3250
Applied Multivariate Statistics and Modeling with R
3 cr
PRG XXXX
Program elective
3 cr
XXX XXXX
Elective
3 cr
XXX XXXX
Elective
3 cr
Fall
MAT 3430
Data Analytics
3 cr
MAT 4015
Regression Analysis and Design of Experiments
4 cr
XXX XXXX
Elective
3 cr
XXX XXXX
Elective
3 cr
XXX XXXX
Elective
3 cr
Spring
XXX XXXX
Elective
3 cr
XXX XXXX
Elective
3 cr
XXX XXXX
Elective
3 cr
XXX XXXX
Elective
3 cr
XXX XXXX
Elective
3 cr
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).
What You’ll Learn
In Vermont State’s Data Science & Applied Statistics program, you’ll develop advanced abilities in a number of areas to give you a well-rounded skill set.
In your core courses, you’ll combine advanced study in mathematics with topics like computer programming, database design, algorithms, machine learning, and techniques for data visualization to master the fundamentals of data science. You’ll become experienced at analyzing information and using computational skills, algorithms, and theoretical knowledge to find solutions to challenges.
Electives give you the chance to expand into areas that can be strategic for your career path. For example, you could take Principles of Marketing and Marketing Research to prepare for the rapidly-growing field of marketing analytics.
At Vermont State, you’ll gain leading-edge skills for data science, data analytics, and applied statistics jobs through internship placements with dynamic organizations around the region and across the country.
Special Facilities
Enjoy access to dedicated, state-of-the art computer labs.
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