MS in Data Science at SUNY Buffalo – Eligibility & Scope

The State University of New York (SUNY) at Buffalo is a public university located in New York, United States of America (USA). It is also known as University at Buffalo (UB).  The university is a research-intensive public university dedicated to academic excellence. School of Engineering and Applied Sciences at SUNY Buffalo offers Engineering Science (Data Science) MS program and the School of Engineering and Applied Sciences at SUNY Buffalo offers a Master of Professional Studies in Data Sciences and Applications program. These programs provide students with the skills they need to succeed in various industries and develop successful careers in data science. Through these programs, students can specialize in business analytics, data mining, machine learning, bioinformatics, and computational biology. Pursuing MS in Data Science at SUNY Buffalo will pave the way for a lucrative career. 

 

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University Location

SUNY Buffalo is the most comprehensive public university in New York. UB is spread across three campuses: North Campus, South Campus, and Downtown Campus. The North Campus is located on the outskirts of Amherst, and it is where most of the university’s core academic programs are offered. This campus started in the early 1970s and is the largest of our three campuses. South Campus dates back to the 1920s, and the schools of Architecture and Planning, Dental Medicine, Nursing, and Public Health and Health Professions are located here. New York State Center of Excellence in Bioinformatics and Life Sciences, Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Clinical and Research Institute on Addictions, and the Clinical and Translational Research Center are located on the Downtown Campus.

History  

The university system was founded in 1948 by Governor Thomas E. Dewey, who signed a bill authorizing it as part of his agenda to promote a superior educational system. It was originally named The State University of New York when it opened in 1948. The acronym SUNY was adopted later that year, and it refers today to all 64 campuses throughout the state. The first classes were held in September 1948, nine months after Dewey’s death. SUNY is governed by a Board of Trustees with 24 members, six ex officio members, and 17 elected members. 

Affiliations

SUNY Buffalo is a member of the Association of American Universities.

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Course Brief

Students pursuing MS in Data Science at SUNY Buffalo will have two programs to opt from- Engineering Sciences (Data Science) MS and Master of Professional Studies in Data Sciences and Applications.

Engineering Sciences (Data Science) MS:

This course of Engineering Science MS focuses on Data Science. It provides students with a foundation in big data and analysis with knowledge, expertise, and training in data collection and management, data analytics, scalable data-driven discovery, and fundamental concepts.

Master of Professional Studies in Data Sciences and Applications: 

This program will train students in analytics, including standard methods in data mining and machine learning. By pursuing this program, students will learn data management and manipulation such as database management, cloud-based methodologies, and distributed and big data management. 

University Ranking & Subject Ranking

SUNY Buffalo has been ranked #93 in Best National University Rankings 2022, as per US News & World Report. 

The university has been ranked #388 in QS World University Ranking 2022

Admission Cycles – MS in Data Science at SUNY Buffalo

Intakes in 2022
Spring	Fall
Application Deadlines
Common application deadline – 14/01/2022	Common application deadline – 28/07/2022
SUNY Application deadline – 19/01/2022	SUNY Application deadline – 05/08/2022
Enrollment Deadlines
Required documents deadline – 19/01/2022	Required documents deadline – 12/08/2022
Readmit and Non-degree deadline – 21/01/2022	Readmit and Non-degree deadline – 24/08/2022
Classes begin – 31/01/2022	Classes begin – 29/08/2022

Admission Process – MS in Data Science at SUNY Buffalo

• To pursue Master of Professional Studies in Data Sciences and Applications, students should have some prior knowledge of mathematics, statistics and computing. The course can be completed in one calendar years in four semesters of full time study.
• Students pursuing Engineering Sciences (Data Science) MS must have scored B average or better in a recognized undergraduate program. Students should also have prior knowledge of mathematics, statistics and computing.

Admission Application:

The application for each MS program is available between May and August of each year. To apply, students must submit all required documentation online via email. 

How to apply at Suny Buffalo?

Step 1	Fill out an application form, providing information about your academic background and professional experience. The application will also ask you to provide contact information for two references.
Step 2	Submit an essay of between 500 and 1000 words on a topic related to data science. The essay should include examples from your professional or academic experience.
Step 3	Pay an $85 application fee. The fee is non-refundable and must be paid by credit card or cheque. Make cheques payable to The State University of New York. Students who are eligible for free tuition will not be charged an application fee.
Step 4	Submit official transcripts from all colleges and universities you have attended. If you are currently enrolled, request that your college or university send official transcripts as soon as possible.
Step 5	Request official GRE scores from ETS. Official scores must be sent directly from ETS to The State University of New York at Buffalo School of Management.
Step 6	Submit official TOEFL or IELTS scores. If English is not your first language, you must submit proof of proficiency with a minimum score of 100 on each section of TOEFL or 7 on each section of IELTS. Scores must be sent directly from ETS or International English Language Testing System (IELTS) to The State University of New York at Buffalo School of Management.
Step 7	Request a letter of recommendation from an academic source. Recommendations must be sent directly from your recommender to The State University of New York at Buffalo School of Management.

Eligibility

Program	Grades
Cumulative GPA	Average of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale
Math and statistics course	Completed 30 semester hours with a grade of B- or better
Undergraduate degree	An accredited college or university
GRE  scores	300+

Documents Required: 

1. MS Common Application Form 
2. Official Transcripts 
3. GRE Scores 
4. TOEFL or IELTS Scores
5. Letter of Recommendation 
6. $50 Application Fee (non-refundable) 
7. Two Letters of Recommendation (for MS Business Analytics applicants only) 
8. Resume or CV 
9. Personal Statement 
10. Essay (for MS Business Analytics applicants only) 
11. Portfolio (for MS Business Analytics applicants only) 
12. Statement of Purpose 
13. Work Experience Form 
14. Financial Aid Application Form.

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Courses Requirements

Master of Professional Studies in Data Sciences and Applications

Core Courses (all are 3 credit hours)

• CDA 501/EAS 503: Introduction to Data Driven Analysis
• CDA 502/MGS 613: Database Management Systems
• CDA 511: Introduction to Numerical Analysis
• CDA 531/MTH 511 Probability and Data Analysis
• CDA 532/STA 545: Statistical Data Mining 1
• CDA 546/STA 546: Statistical Data Mining 2
• CSE 574: Intro to Machine Learning
• CDA 551/MGS 639: Cybersecurity, Privacy, & Ethics
• CDA 561: Major Applications
• CDA 571: Project Guidance

Engineering Sciences (Data Science) MS

Core Courses (all are 3 credit hours each)

FIRST SEMESTER: DATA SCIENCE BASICS

Introduction to Numerical Mathematics for Computing and Data Scientists (3 credits)

EAS 501

Introduction to Probability Theory for Data Science (3 credits)

EAS 502

Statistical Learning and Data Mining I

EAS 595 (as of spring 2021)

Programming and Database Fundamentals for Data Scientists (3 credits)

EAS 503

SECOND SEMESTER: DATA ANALYTICS

Statistical Learning and Data Mining II

EAS 596 (as of spring 2021)

Introduction to Machine Learning (3 credits) 

CSE 574

Elective 1 (3 credits)

Data Models Query Language (3 credits)

CSE 560 (as of Fall 2018)

THIRD SEMESTER: PROJECT AND SURVEY

EAS 504 Data Science Survey Course**

EAS 560 Data Science Project***

Credit Hours Required:

Credit Hours Required
Credits required	30 credit hours
Course plan	First Sem – 4 core courses   Second Sem – 3 core courses + 1 elective  Third Sem – 1 Data Science Survey course + 1 Project/capstone
Completion time	1 – 1.5 years
Application fee	$ 85

To Complete Engineering Science

Credits Required for Major	107
Additional Credits Required for UB Curriculum	17
Additional Credits Required for Electives	0
Total Credits Required for Degree	124

The Average Cost Of Attendance, Fee, Living

Category	Expenditure
The Average cost of attendance	$25,000-$30,000 (residential students); $20,000-$25,000 (commuter students)
Cost of the course	$1,500-$2,000 per semester
Average costs of living	$10,000 – $12,000 per year (for both residential and commuter students) includes rent/mortgage payments, food bills, gas/electricity bills, etc.

Expected Remuneration (as per Payscale) 

Average annual salary	$52,000
Annual remuneration based on specialization
Financial analysts	$60,000
Management analysts and operations research analysts	$70,000
Statisticians and mathematicians	$100,000

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