Are there online office hours with instructors?‎

Dedicated course facilitators hold weekly office hours where students can interact and ask questions about the material being covered.

Can I switch between online and on-campus programs?‎

No. The Coursera degree and the on-campus degree are not interchangeable. If you start the Coursera degree, you cannot later switch to the on-campus program.

Will there be a graduation ceremony?‎

Yes. Students who graduate from the program and earn the degree are welcome to attend on-campus graduation ceremonies but are not obligated to do so.

Are there any additional requirements for international students?‎

This program is open to students around the world. However, due to current restrictions imposed by the U.S. Department of Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control, we cannot provide online courses to the following countries: Cuba, Iran, Sudan, North Korea, Syria, and the Crimea Region of the Ukraine.

When will this program launch?

This degree program is currently in development and not yet enrolling students. To stay up to date with the latest information, select the "Express interest" button at the top of this page.

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Real-World Preparation

Content & projects from a leading university and Google, Meta or IBM.

Performance-based Admissions

No application needed, ever.

12-18 Month Degree

Start your new career in a little as 12- 18 months.

Career Services

that get you hired. Access to career opportunities with industry partners.

$10k Total Cost

Pay as you go, no hidden fees.

Launch your new career with a data science degree for $10,000

Be prepared for the real world with this innovative degree that combines data science fundamentals and principles from a leading university with cutting-edge, hands-on projects and skills from industry partners like Google, Meta and IBM.

Performance-based admissions - no application needed, ever. After passing a series of approved for-credit courses with a “B” average, you are qualified to be admitted into the degree program. No additional application materials, test scores, or letters of recommendation - simply complete and submit the enrollment form, and you’re on your way to getting your degree.

Start your new career in a little as 12-18 months. This innovative program allows you to choose a pace that works for you. Learn full-time & summers to complete the degree in 12 months and part-time to complete in 18 months. And, with the included industry and degree courses, you’ll earn recognized credentials along the way so you take what you’ve earned with you and pick up where you left off for your degree.

Career Services that get you hired. With this degree from a top-ranked university, you’ll have access to career opportunities with industry partners in need of well-qualified employees like you. If you’re just getting started or need a refresh, tailored training for resume writing, interviewing, and networking are available.

$10k Total Cost from start to finish. There’s no hidden fees, extra charges, etc. Pay-as-you-go or set up monthly payments based on the timing that’s right for you. Contact us for information about available finance & scholarship options.

Not sure if it’s right for you? Try a course to see what it’s like. You can upgrade from non-credit to credit at any time during your coursework and you’ll take the work you’ve done with you towards completion of the course and your degree.

About this program

Admission

There is no application for this program. You do not need to submit transcripts, take any tests, or pay application fees. Admission is entirely performance-based. To be admitted as a degree-seeking student, you must enroll in and complete a “performance pathway” with a 3.0 cumulative GPA or better.

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Academics

This program delivers comprehensive and in-demand curriculum comprising everything from data modeling and data analytics to machine learning and exploratory data analysis and more.

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Student Experience

Study at your own pace with flexible sessions designed for working professionals. Course facilitators hold weekly office hours where you can ask questions about the material being covered in the program. Additional opportunities for dialogue and connection happen through discussion boards, and group peer sessions.

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Tuition & Financing

With a tuition cost of just $10,000, affordability is at the forefront of this program. You can also finance your degree and even apply for scholarships.

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Careers

Learn real-world skills that will enable you to work effectively with engineering teams and business units while developing your communication and leadership skills to prepare you for your next career move.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Coursera does not grant credit, and does not represent that any institution other than the degree granting institution will recognize the credit or credential awarded by the institution; the decision to grant, accept, or transfer credit is subject to the sole and absolute discretion of an educational institution.

We encourage you to investigate whether this degree meets your academic and/or professional needs before applying.