Master's in Data Science

Fairfield University, renowned for its dedication to academic excellence, ethical values, and a strong commitment to social justice, Fairfield offers a diverse range of undergraduate and graduate programs across various fields. At Fairfield University, the integration of a Jesuit education with academic pursuits is central to its mission. The university's emphasis on critical thinking, ethical leadership, and community engagement creates a dynamic learning environment that prepares students to navigate complex challenges in their future careers. With a dedicated faculty and a vibrant campus culture, Fairfield fosters an atmosphere where students can excel academically and personally. Through its commitment to academic rigor, values-driven education, and a dedication to making a positive impact on the world, Fairfield University prepares graduates to become ethical leaders who contribute to their communities and the broader society while upholding the Jesuit values of cura personalis (care for the whole person) and a commitment to the greater good.

Fairfield University’s Master of Science in Data Science (MSDS) is an interdisciplinary program that equips students with scientific methods, processes, and systems to extract knowledge and insights from data in structured and unstructured forms. The program employs techniques in machine learning, classification, cluster analysis, uncertainty quantification, computational science, data mining, databases, and visualization. Fairfield’s MSDS program is unique in that it allows students to build in-depth data science knowledge in specialized areas of concentration, while equipping graduates with the advanced technical skills to analyze, interpret, and turn data into actionable insights. The program draws students from many academic concentrations– behavioral sciences, engineering, business, healthcare, computing, biology – as well as those already in the workforce.