Data science
Admissions & Financial Aid
Within this page, you can find information about how to apply for the Master of Science in Data Science (MSDS) or Foundations of Data Science Graduate Certificate. Review program requirements, as well as up-to-date application deadlines. Additionally, this page contains information on the cost and financial aid opportunities available to online graduate students at Purdue University.
Interested in pursuing both credential options? Connect with our enrollment specialist to learn more about this option prior to applying.
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Cost Per Credit Hour
| Program Name | Total Credit Hours | Indiana Resident Per Credit Hour Rate | Non-Resident & International Per Credit Hour Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Master of Science in Data Science | 30 | $933.33 | $933.33 |
| Foundations of Data Science Graduate Certificate | 9 | $933.33 | $933.33 |
* The cost of attending Purdue varies depending on where you choose to live, enrollment in a specific program or college, food and travel expenses, and other variables. The Office of the Bursar website shows estimated costs for the current aid year for students by semester and academic year. These amounts are used in determining a student’s estimated eligibility for financial aid. You can also use our tuition calculator to estimate tuition costs.
Financial Assistance
There are financial assistance options to consider to help defray the costs of enrolling in a graduate professional program. These include Stafford loans, graduate PLUS loans, military programs and loans from private lenders. Through myPurdue, you can monitor your financial aid funding and make sure the proper payments are made in a timely fashion.
Purdue Office of the Bursar
The Purdue Bursar’s Office provides options for payment of fees such as installment plans and third-party payments. Visit the Purdue Bursar’s Office for more details.
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