Overview

URI Online’s Graduate Certificate in Data Science provides the unique experience needed to build proficiency in large scale datasets, data programming, data visualization, and data communication.

This gateway certificate is ideal for working professionals, recent graduates looking to enter the field, and those seeking career advancement in data science across a variety of industries including:

• Healthcare
• Marketing
• Finance
• Government

Courses

DSP 552: Computer-based Data Exploration
DSP 553: Mathematical Methods for Data Science
DSP 555: Multivariate Statistical Learning for Data Science
DSP 556: Machine Learning for Data Science

Tuition per credit based on 2024/2025 academic year rates (subject to change): $887

Admissions

• Bachelor’s degree
• College transcripts
• Two letters of recommendation
• Resume/CV
• Personal statement (300-500 words) discussing:
  • How are you utilizing data in your current profession and what do you want to achieve by obtaining the Graduate Certificate in Data Science at URI?
  • Define any gaps you aim to fill in your education and/or profession with this certificate.
  • How do you see this certificate helping you meet your future professional and/or educational goals?
  • Which course are you most looking forward to taking and why?