Bachelor of Science in Data Science - STEM Designated

The Bachelor of Science in Data Science combines high-level mathematics, statistics, and computer science skills with the ability to communicate results to make a complicated and dynamic world more comprehensible.

Data science is an inherently interdisciplinary field requiring foundations in mathematics and computer science, as well as professional skills in communications and ethics. Gain these critical skills through Illinois Tech’s Bachelor of Science in Data Science.

Illinois Tech’s B.S. in Data Science program converges fundamental knowledge in mathematics, statistics, and computer science with practical skills in programming, data management, and advanced computing. These are complemented by hands-on experiences through internships, the Interprofessional Projects (IPRO) Program, and by solving real-world problems through course-related projects. Attain crucial professional communications skills in storytelling and visualizations to translate data into solutions.

Understand the foundations for a successful career in data science, which include:

• Assessing data collection, modeling, analysis, visualization, and explanation needs in the context of a client’s needs
• Cleaning, evaluating, and preparing data for exploration, modeling, and analysis
• Designing, implementing, and evaluating relevant computational systems to address data science needs
• Understanding key statistical analysis methods and being able to choose and implement appropriate models for a given data analysis problem
• Effectively deriving and communicating useful insights from data, including through storytelling and visualization
• Effectively communicating in a variety of professional contexts
• Functioning effectively as a member or leader of a team engaged in activities appropriate to the discipline
• Identifying, analyzing, and mitigating ethical, privacy, and data and algorithmic bias issues in practical data science contexts

Program Overview

Combine a foundation in mathematics and computer science with professional skills in communications and ethics in the Bachelor of Science in Data Science. Hands-on experiences through internships and real-world projects highlight how these skills translate data into solutions.

Why Illinois Tech is one of the best value universities in the country

As an Illinois Tech student, you’ll automatically be considered for our university’s generous institutional scholarships. On average, this adds up to a savings of $107,472 on tuition and housing for every student during your four years at Illinois Tech ($134,340 for five years, based on fall 2021 figures).

We’re committed to dramatically reducing the cost of your degree, so you can focus on learning at one of the most dynamic and innovation-driven universities in the country.

Want some more great reasons?

• On top of our institutional scholarship, on average, Illinois Tech awards our students an additional $34,412 each in need-based tuition aid over four years ($43,015 for five years). (among FAFSA filers, fall 2021)
• We’re the #44 Best Value School in the nation (U.S. News & World Report)
• 98% of our students receive some form of financial aid
• The mean starting salary of our undergraduates is $63,938

Located in the great global city of Chicago, Illinois Tech is a top-tier, nationally ranked, private research university with programs in engineering, computer science, architecture, design, science, business, human sciences, and law. As Chicago’s only comprehensive tech-focused university, Illinois Tech offers a bachelor of science, master of science, professional master’s, and Ph.D. degrees, as well as certificates, in in-demand STEM fields and other areas of innovation. Options include in-person, hybrid, and online courses. Undergraduate students can take part in dual-degree and pre-med/pre-health programs, as well as Illinois Tech’s Accelerated Master’s Program, which allows them to receive both bachelor’s and master’s degrees in as few as five years.

Illinois Tech is the only university to offer all students the Elevate program. Elevate guarantees that students participate in hands-on experiences—internships, research, competitions, study away, career-focused short courses, and more—that empower them with the twenty-first-century skills that employers seek. Elevate also ensures students receive personalized academic and career mentorship from a team of advisers and are uniquely career-ready upon graduation.

Illinois Tech is ranked #1 in Illinois among private colleges for return on investment (after aid, PayScale) and is the #44 ranked best value school in the United States (U.S. News & World Report). Illinois Tech graduates achieve a 92.8% employment rate within six months of graduation (2021 class). Its alumni include the inventor of the cell phone, the pioneer of barcode technology, and the head scientist for Amazon Alexa, among other leaders.

Students enjoy studying and living on a historic campus just minutes from downtown Chicago, which offers networking, internship, and career opportunities. Less than a mile from Lake Michigan’s stunning beaches, Illinois Tech’s campus has been acclaimed as “one of America’s most beautiful college campuses.” Illinois Tech students come from more than 106 countries and all 50 states.