Data Science

About the Department of Data Science

Welcome to the Department of Data Science!

Michigan Tech is proud to launch the new Department of Data Science as part of the College of Computing. Our department serves as the academic home for a diverse range of innovative programs, including the Minor and Bachelor of Science degree in Artificial Intelligence (shared with Computer Science), Bachelor of Science degree in Data Science, and Master of Science degrees in Data Science and Health Informatics. We also support many PhD students pursuing advanced research in the Computational Science & Engineering program.

Our degree programs are designed to be both challenging and transformative, providing you with the essential skills, practices, and knowledge required for the modern world. These competencies form the foundation for a career of lifelong learning. Through hands-on, real-world projects, our students translate theoretical concepts into practical solutions.

I am honored to lead this department during such an exciting time. Our dedicated faculty and staff are committed to your success. I encourage you to stretch yourself, explore new ideas, and expand your professional network. This is your opportunity to build technical expertise and professional leadership both inside and outside the classroom.

I look forward to knowing you and seeing your progress in your time at Michigan Tech. 

Sincerely, 

Laura E. Brown

Chair, Department of Data Science

"You can count the colleges of computing that explicitly put 'Data Science' in the department name on one hand. That distinction matters because it reflects our dedication to DS as a core, foundational pillar of the future."Dennis Livesay, Dave House Dean of Computing

The Department of Data Science

The students of Michigan Tech’s Department of Data Science bring the future into the present, supported by experienced staff and the cutting edge of research and technology. Working at the forefront of data science and its applications, the Department of Data Science pioneers new computing technologies, collaborates with other departments to offer robust interdisciplinary programs, and prepares students for a professional life in the ever-changing world of data science computing. Students will learn to combine the structure of math and computing with the creativity of problem-solving, and graduate with the skills and experience to make a difference in the world.

Ready to get analytical? As a part of Michigan Tech's data science department, you can:

  • Access our vast virtual cluster to apply IT coursework in real-time scenarios wherever you are.
  • Participate in research on the cutting edge of computing technology.
  • Collaborate with classmates and faculty in the Rekhi Round Lounge and faculty-student lounge.
  • Cultivate skills across data science disciplines and focus your studies on your preferred area of concentration.
  • Develop models, apply theories, and work hands-on with data gathering and analysis.
  • Learn how your classroom work applies to real-world scenarios and modern problems.
  • Expand your skill set into interdisciplinary programs to address industry needs.
  • Work with award-winning faculty who nurture your studies and success.

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Tomorrow won’t wait. Neither will we.

Computing is for everyone, everywhere. Artificial intelligence, robotics, data science, and other forms of digital connectivity are ingrained in nearly every aspect of life. Cybersecurity has never been more important. These transformational technologies require intrepid problem-solvers, bold leaders, and fearless visionaries. You can be one of them.

Founded in 2019, Michigan Tech's College of Computing is one of the first colleges in the nation and one of the few institutions of its kind to focus solely on computing. Digital transformation has morphed every discipline into a computing discipline, reinventing industries like manufacturing, criminal justice, marketing, and healthcare. At Tech, we are making sure employers have the computing talent they need to thrive—and that our students are equipped for fulfilling careers now and for all the tomorrows to come.

The world needs Computing[MTU]. The world needs you.

Supercharge your future.

Study, do research, and build a future-forward career at a flagship R1 public research university powered by STEM. Get the theoretical knowledge and practical experience you need to succeed in a high-tech world.

Our students work alongside faculty on meaningful research, like helping to detect Alzheimer’s disease earlier and making machine learning more user-friendly. They connect at the intersection of engineering and computing in our mechatronics playground. They teach middle schoolers coding and cybersecurity basics, assist older generations with digital literacy essentials, and help each other persist through academic and life challenges through SAM, our unique peer mentoring program. Computing Huskies also partner with national entities like the US Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency as well as local businesses to analyze security and safeguard sensitive data. And, from robotics to the MTU RedTeam, Huskies train, run, and win national competitions.

Find your jam at Tech—whether it's competing in Esports, joining an Enterprise team, or working with a group of Huskies to build a robot in three days. Here, you’ll find opportunities to connect with what clicks. And when it’s time to blow off steam, the Keweenaw Peninsula’s trails, forests, and Lake Superior beaches await, along with Michigan Tech’s Mont Ripley Ski Hill.

When it comes to preparing for life after graduation, our Career Fair offers more than a one-day event—it’s a series of workshops and meetups, leading to co-ops, internships, and full-time, well-paying positions. If you want to be ready for what tomorrow needs, your future starts now, in the Michigan Tech College of Computing.