• The Master of Science in Data Science (MSDS) is a full-time, one-year program housed at USF’s downtown San Francisco campus.
  • The 35-unit program begins in early July every year and features a modern, open-source-focused curriculum for students who seek the technical expertise required to become data scientists and analysts. The business skills to apply this knowledge effectively and strategically.
  • The program begins with our boot camp, an intensive review of the foundational knowledge and skills required for success in the MSDS program.
  • Students complete accelerated review courses in probability & statistics and computation for analytics and must pass a linear algebra competency exam to advance in the program.