MasterOn-CampusFull-Time

Northwestern University

MS in Machine Learning and Data Science

Evanston, Illinois1.25 $163K total tuition
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Est. Salary$130,000 Data Scientist
Job Growth+36%
Top RoleData Scientist
FormatOn-Campus

Admission Snapshot

Degree Required
Bachelor's degree
Duration
1.25 years
Est. Tuition
$163K total
Format
On-Campus
Schedule
Full-Time
GRE / GMAT
Not Required
Concentrations
MLOps/AI Engineering, AI Engineering / Applied AI

Typical admitted student: A bachelor's degree in a quantitative field such as computer science, mathematics, statistics, or engineering is required, along with a minimum GPA of 3.0 and prerequisite coursework in calculus, linear algebra, programming, and statistics.

About This Program

A professional master’s degree that combines mathematical and engineering foundations with business intelligence to produce data-driven industry leaders.

Career Outcomes

Lead as Data Scientist in Cross-Industry AI with deep learning expertise

  • 1. Machine Learning Engineer
  • 2. Data Scientist
  • 3. AI Research Scientist
  • 4. Data Analytics Manager

What You'll Learn

  • Develop and deploy machine learning models for predictive analytics.
  • Process and manage large-scale datasets using big data tools.
  • Apply statistical methods and probability for data inference.
  • Create visualizations to communicate data insights effectively.
  • Build AI solutions integrating data engineering and modeling.

Curriculum Highlights

The curriculum integrates statistics, deep learning, optimization, and communication through a mix of technical coursework and professional internships.

Top Employers

Top employers include Google, Amazon, Microsoft, IBM, and consulting firms like McKinsey and Deloitte.

Admissions

A bachelor's degree in a quantitative field such as computer science, mathematics, statistics, or engineering is required, along with a minimum GPA of 3.0 and prerequisite coursework in calculus, linear algebra, programming, and statistics.

Application Materials

  • Statement of Purpose: Required
  • Letters of Recommendation: 2–3
  • Resume: Required
  • Transcripts: Official transcripts required

Academic Requirements

  • Degree Required: Bachelor's degree
  • GRE/GMAT: Not Required
  • TOEFL/IELTS: Required for international students (TOEFL 80+ / IELTS 6.5+)

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