DePaul University

Chicago, IL

Best Online Master’s in Data Science Programs

GRE required	No
Acceptance rate	64%
Graduation rate	39%
Approx. total program cost, out-of-state U.S. residents	$44,064

DePaul University's online master's in data science program does not require a letter of recommendation, but international students must submit TOEFL, IELTS, Pearson, or Duolingo scores. While GRE results may be submitted, they are not mandatory for the admission review process. To graduate with the degree, a minimum of 48 credits is necessary, with each credit costing $918. The application deadline for the fall semester is August 1.

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Master's in artificial intelligence programs

GRE required	No
Application fee	$25
Specialization	N/A
Format	Online or in-person
Approx. total tuition, out-of-state	$45,840

DePaul's MS in artificial intelligence began in 2021. Students must have experience in programming, data structures, and data analysis. The school has four deadlines throughout the year.

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Best Master’s in Cybersecurity

Acceptance rate	53%
Graduation rate	50%
One-year retention rate	70%
Approx. total program cost, out-of-state U.S. residents	$45,840

DePaul University’s in-person master’s in cybersecurity program has won more than ten Illinois and Midwest Cyber Collegiate Defense Competitions (CCDC) over the past 15 years. The program also placed second and third in the National CCDC competition within the past five years. The program takes two years to complete, and letters of recommendation and GRE scores are optional for applicants. International students are required to take English proficiency exams. On average, 29 students are enrolled per core cybersecurity course. The application deadline for the fall semester is August 1, and tuition totals approximately $46,000. The average undergraduate GPA of 2023–24 enrollees was 3.33.

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Best Master’s in Data Science

Retention rate	90.53%
Acceptance rate	54.16%
Graduation rate	84.10%
Approx. total program cost, out-of-state U.S. residents	$45,840

The DePaul Master's in Data Science program offers data management, modeling, machine learning, and AI courses and has three specialization options: computational methods, healthcare, and marketing. Core classes average 28 students, and flexible admission allows those from non-computing backgrounds to take extra foundational courses. Students can choose from four practicum options: research project, capstone course, internship, or master's thesis. Applicants need to submit a resume, with a fall deadline of August 1.

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Most Affordable Master’s in Data Science

Retention rate	90.53%
Acceptance rate	54.16%
Graduation rate	84.10%
Approx. total program cost, out-of-state U.S. residents	$45,840

DePaul's Master's in Data Science covers data management, modeling, machine learning, and AI, offering three specializations: computational methods, healthcare, and marketing. Core classes have about 28 students, with flexible admission for non-computing backgrounds. Students select from four practicum options. A resume is required for application, due August 1 for fall entry.

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Best Online Master’s in Computer Science

Retention rate	11.00%
Acceptance rate	79.89%
Graduation rate	21.70%
Tuition per credit, out-of-state	$ 955

DePaul University's online master's in computer science takes about 24 months to complete—but students may choose to take classes on a full- or part-time basis. Students may submit standardized test scores, like a GRE, but it is not required. No letters of recommendation are required either. For international students who completed a bachelor’s degree outside of the US, English proficiency scores are required. Six months post-graduation, students earn median annual salaries of about $85,000. The deadline for fall 2025 admission is August 1.

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Best In-Person Master’s in Computer Science

Retention rate	77%
Acceptance rate	59%
Graduation rate	52%
Tuition per credit, out-of-state	$955

DePaul University's in-person master's in computer science program can be completed on a full- or part-time basis, and neither standardized test scores or letters of recommendation are required. International students who obtained a bachelor's degree outside of the U.S. must submit proof of English proficiency via TOEFL, IELTS, Pearson or Duolingo scores. Six-months after graduation, students tend to earn median salaryes of about $85,000.

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Best Online Master’s in Cybersecurity

Retention rate	64%
Acceptance rate	80%
Graduation rate	36%

DePaul University’s online Master’s in Cybersecurity program takes approximately 24 months to complete and costs a total of $45,840 in tuition. Letters of recommendation are optional, and the application deadline for fall admission is August 1. Additionally, the program emphasizes hands-on learning through gamification and has earned national recognition in cybersecurity competitions, including multiple wins in the Illinois and Midwest CCDC, as well as recent top-three finishes at the National CCDC.

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