Marshall University

Huntington, WV

Best Online Master’s in Data Science Programs

GRE required	No
Acceptance rate	60%
Graduation rate	98%
Approx. total program cost, out-of-state U.S. residents	$15,270

Marshall University's online data science master's program offers three areas of specialization: computing, information systems, and predictive analysis. Each student is matched with a faculty advisor to help tailor their studies to their interests. The cost is $509 per credit, and the program requires a minimum of 30 credits to graduate. While recommendation letters aren't mandatory, they are strongly recommended for the admission process. The university suggests that applicants have 3-5 years of related work experience. International students need to submit scores from TOEFL, IELTS, Duolingo, MELAB, or PTEA. The median base salary before enrollment for the 2023-24 academic year was $95,000, and six months after graduation, students reported a median base salary of $110,000. The application deadline for the fall semester is August 1 for domestic students and June 15 for international students.

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Most Affordable Online Master’s in Data Science Programs

Retention rate	95%
Acceptance rate	60%
Graduation rate	98%
Approx. total program cost, out-of-state U.S. residents	$15,270

Marshall University offers an online data science master's program with three areas of specialization: computing, information systems, and predictive analysis. Each student is paired with a faculty advisor to help align their studies with their interests. The program costs $509 per credit, requiring a minimum of 30 credits to graduate. Although letters of recommendation are not required, they are strongly encouraged. The university recommends applicants have 3–5 years of related work experience. International students must submit scores from TOEFL, IELTS, Duolingo, MELAB, or PTEA. The median base salary before enrollment for the 2023-24 academic year was $95,000, rising to $110,000 six months after graduation. The fall application deadline is August 1 for domestic students and June 15 for international students. Marshall University ranked No. 3 on Fortune’s 2024 list of the best online master’s in data science programs.

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Best Master’s in Cybersecurity

Acceptance rate	100%
Graduation rate	90%
One-year retention rate	95%
Approx. total program cost, out-of-state U.S. residents	$47,578

The 24-month, in-person master's degree program in cybersecurity at Marshall University highly encourages applicants to submit two letters of recommendation, but they are not required. While experience is considered in the admission decision, it is also not required. Additionally, the school does accept standardized test scores, but they are not needed—except as proof of English proficiency for international students. On average, there are eight students per core course. The total cost of the program is approximately $47,600, and the deadline to apply for the fall semester is August 1. The average undergraduate GPA of 2023–24 enrollees was 3.75.

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Best Master’s in Data Science

Retention rate	92.00%
Acceptance rate	76.00%
Graduation rate	88.00%
Approx. total program cost, out-of-state U.S. residents	$47,424

Marshall University's two-year master's in data science program, available in full- and part-time formats, offers emphases in the computing domain, information systems, and predictive analysis. Admissions do not require standardized tests or work experience, though both are considered, and international students must provide proof of English proficiency. Core courses average eight students, and a thesis is optional. Graduates report an average base salary of $97,000. While letters of recommendation are optional, submitting two is encouraged. The fall application deadline is August 1.

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Most Affordable Master’s in Data Science

Retention rate	92.00%
Acceptance rate	76.00%
Graduation rate	88.00%
Approx. total program cost, out-of-state U.S. residents	$47,424

Marshall University's two-year data science master's program, offered full- and part-time, focuses on computing, information systems, and predictive analysis. Standardized tests and work experience aren't mandatory, but considered. Core courses average eight students, with an optional thesis. Graduates report a $97,000 average base salary. Two recommendation letters are encouraged, though optional. Fall applications close August 1.

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Best Online Master’s in Computer Science

Retention rate	100.00%
Acceptance rate	39.00%
Graduation rate	98.87%
Tuition per credit, out-of-state	$ 313.05

Marshall University's online master's in computer science does not require applicants to submit GRE scores, but it is recommended to have at least two years relevant work experience. Letters of recommendation are also suggested. The program included 15 credit hours of electives in which students can take courses in computer science, cybersecurity, or data science. The online faculty are the same as the in-person program, and 90% of the professors have terminal degrees. Graduates who land jobs three months post-grad tend to have median salaries of about $127,000. The deadline to apply for the fall semester is August 1.

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Best In-Person Master’s in Computer Science

Retention rate	100%
Acceptance rate	67%
Graduation rate	99%
Tuition per credit, out-of-state	$313

Marshall University recommends students have two years of professional work experience before applying to its master's in computer science program. It takes about 24 months to complete, including 15 hours of computer science, cybersecurity, and data science elective courses. The school has active parnterships with organizations including AWS, CompTIA, and Palo Alto. Three months post-grad, students earn median salaries of about $105,000, with a 100% job placement rate for those seeking one. The deadline to apply is August 1.

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