šŸ“Š Data Science

B.A. or B.S. in in Computer Science - Data Analytics & Machine Learning

Ball State University

Location
Muncie, IN
Format
On-Campus, Online
Cost/Year
$41,520
Job Growth
0.36%

This interdisciplinary major combines computer science, statistics, and mathematics to prepare students for careers in the emerging field of data-driven decision-making.

What You'll Learn

• Apply machine learning algorithms to real-world datasets for predictive analysis. • Design and implement data pipelines for large-scale analytics. • Evaluate and optimize models using statistical validation techniques. • Develop AI-driven solutions for data-intensive problems.

Typical Courses

1. Introduction to Data Science 2. Machine Learning Algorithms 3. Data Mining and Analytics 4. Deep Learning Fundamentals 5. Big Data Processing 6. Predictive Modeling

Career Paths

1. Data Analyst 2. Machine Learning Engineer 3. Data Scientist 4. AI Specialist

Data Scientist: $105,000 Machine Learning Engineer: $120,000

Program Details

ScheduleFull-Time, Part-Time
Duration4 years
Specialization 1Machine Learning
Specialization 2Computer Vision
Top RoleData Scientist
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Admission:High school diploma or equivalent with a minimum GPA of 3.0 preferred; SAT or ACT scores are optional but recommended for competitive applicants.