University Catalog 2024-2025

Foundations of Data Science

NC State’s Master’s degree in Foundations of Data Science (MSFDS) will help meet the demand for a new breed of data science professionals. MSFDS is a new terminal professional degree program based on course work and integrated professional development activities. The program will equip its graduates with both depth and breadth, balanced across three core disciplines lying at the heart of data science. No research, thesis or comprehensive examination is required. MSFDS students are normally self-supported. Domestic students, including foreign nationals with active visa status, can enroll on a full-time or part-time basis, and have available online options. International students must enroll on a full-time basis.

More Information

Program Website

Distance Website

Applicant Information

  • Delivery Method: On-Campus, Online, Hybrid
  • Entrance Exam: None
  • Interview Required: None

Application Deadlines

Please see the program website for information on fall and spring application deadlines.

Faculty

Professors

  • Rada Chirkova
  • Patrick Combettes
  • Pierre Gremaud
  • Ilse Ipsen
  • Souman Lahiri
  • Brian Reich
  • Nagiza Samatova
  • Ralph Smith
  • Matthias Stallmann

Associate Professors

  • Steffen Heber
  • Arnab Maity
  • Ryan Martin
  • Kemafor Ogan
  • Blair Sullivan
  • Raju Vatsavai

Assistant Professors

  • Alen Alexanderian
  • Min Chi
  • Collin Lynch
  • Thomas Price
  • Arvind Saibaba

Teaching Associate Professors

  • Herle McGowan
  • Justin Post