Bachelor of Science in Datenanalyse

Turn big data into a meaningful career with Data Analytics.

Big data is big business. Nearly every industry in the world today relies on tech-savvy individuals to capture and analyze data. Yet, there is a shortage of data scientists. Experts estimate a need for 140,000-190,000 qualified employees within the next few years to meet the growing needs of the business.

The Bachelor of Science in Data Analytics program at Edinboro will put you in the driver’s seat to succeed in this high-paying, high-value profession.

Our multidisciplinary curriculum is based on mathematics, computer science, and statistics. You’ll be taught in small classes by full-time faculty members who care about your progress. They’ll teach you the latest technologies, including Excel, Python, and R, and will help you build the analytical and communications skills that are so important in the workplace.

Expert Faculty

Accomplished faculty instruct, guide, and inspire Edinboro students to achieve and lead. EU faculty are recognized for their commitment to student success and creating a personal and engaging academic environment.

Experiential Learning

The Edinboro experience extends well beyond the classroom. EU students prepare for careers and life through opportunities for hands-on learning, collaborative research with faculty, global travel, and internships.

Modern Facilities

Fighting Scots live, work, and play in state-of-the-art facilities on EU’s picturesque 585-acre campus. Located just 20 miles south of Erie, Pennsylvania’s fourth-largest city, Edinboro is bustling with exciting activities.

Enjoy a high-paying, satisfying career.

According to careercast.com, Data Scientist is currently the #5 best job in the country, with a high median salary and a projected job growth of about 16%.

One of only a few undergraduate programs of its kind.

You don’t need a master's degree to find employment in this growing and valuable field. The Bachelor of Science in Data Analytics at Edinboro University will get you there. Here’s why:

• The program is built on Edinboro’s strong reputation in Mathematics and Computer Science.
• Interdisciplinary faculty bring unique knowledge and skills to the classroom.
• Coursework includes advanced spreadsheets, data science tools, applied scientific programming and machine learning.
• Data science internship and capstone project provide in-depth, real-world experience.
• Many industries in surrounding cities of Erie, Buffalo, Pittsburgh, and Cleveland are interested in students with this background.

Explore the possibilities.

You can choose Data Analytics as a minor or combine it with a number of Liberal Arts majors to earn a dual degree. You will have the scientific and analytical skills you need to go on to pursue an advanced degree or to immediately join in the workforce. Data scientists are in high demand in a variety of fields including:

• Software development
• Insurance and banking
• E-commerce
• Consumer product development
• Scientific research
• Education
• Government agencies
• Journalism

About Edinboro University

Edinboro University is committed to excellence in academics and in every aspect of campus life. A passion for student success, a comprehensive catalog of offerings and a supportive yet challenging academic environment define the EU experience.

Edinboro University is one of Pennsylvania’s most distinguished centers of learning and research. Acclaimed artists, medical professionals, Disney and Pixar animators and leaders in business, education, criminal justice, and many other fields have built the foundations of their success at EU. Class sizes are small and are taught by an internationally recognized faculty, 90 percent of whom hold terminal degrees in their field, offering students the personalized and high-quality education they need to succeed.

The University is distinguished by its genuine dedication to student success, promising the attention, careful advising and state-of-the-art facilities necessary to ensure students achieve their goals and exceed their own expectations.

Founded in 1857 as a private training school for teachers, EU has grown into the northwestern Pennsylvania region’s largest and most comprehensive institution of higher education. With a vibrant campus community, more than 100 areas of academic study, the area’s premier student housing complex, numerous clubs and organizations, nationally renowned services for students with physical disabilities, NCAA athletics, performing arts, a thriving Greek life scene and a 65,000-person alumni network, Edinboro University is committed to providing the highest quality, most affordable undergraduate, graduate and co-curricular education possible.

Edinboro University does not discriminate on the basis of sex, gender, or sexual orientation in its education programs or activities. Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, and certain other federal and state laws, prohibit discrimination on the basis of sex, gender, or sexual orientation in employment, as well as all education programs and activities operated by the University (both on and off campus), and protect all people regardless of their gender or gender identity from sex discrimination, which includes sexual harassment and sexual violence.

The Faculty

• 312 full- and part-time instructional faculty
• 15 to 1 student-faculty ratio

Enrollment

• 4,834 total enrollment
• 3,572 undergraduates
• 1,212 first-year students
• 1,262 graduate students

The Campus

Located in Edinboro, Pennsylvania

43 buildings on 585 acres

Five-acre lake, open fields and woods

State-of-the-art classrooms and laboratories

Degrees Offered

Associate of arts, associate of engineering technology, associate of science, bachelor of arts, bachelor of fine arts, bachelor of science, bachelor of science in education, bachelor of science in nursing, bachelor of science in art education, master of arts, master of fine arts, master of education, master of science, master of science in nursing, master of social work, doctor of nursing practice.

Programs Offered

• 112 baccalaureate degree programs
• 18 graduate degree programs
• 12 associate degree programs
• 15 certificates

Athletics

17 varsity sports, plus wheelchair basketball and eSports: men’s basketball, cross country, football, swimming, tennis, track, wrestling, and wheelchair basketball; women’s basketball, cross country, lacrosse, soccer, softball, swimming, tennis, track, indoor track and volleyball.

The Fighting Scots compete in the Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference (PSAC) and the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), Divisions I (wrestling) and II.

Charter

Edinboro University is a public, regional, comprehensive university.

Mission

The mission of Edinboro University is to develop students personally, intellectually and professionally to become contributing citizens to the Commonwealth and beyond.

Vision

By offering excellent programs and services for an ever-changing society, Edinboro University will be the first choice among students, employers, and the community.

Values

Edinboro University maintains a welcoming culture of acceptance and belonging and is committed to:

• Fostering an appreciation for learning as a life-long process
• Supporting a community that values integrity, responsibility, respect, and inclusiveness
• Encouraging innovation, creativity, exploration, and reflection

Enhancing quality in all aspects of a cohesive university experience