MS in Economics and Data Science

Highest Paying

Economics and data science are among the highest-paying master’s degrees.

Forbes (2025)

Most Growth

Data scientists and market research analysts are among occupations projected to have the most job growth between 2023 and 2033.

U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (2024)

Who is the MS in Economics and Data Science program for?

The MS in Economics and Data Science is best for recent graduates or professionals — based in the U.S. or abroad — looking to advance or switch their careers, or to enter doctoral programs with advanced data skills.

Recent Graduates: Ideal for those with bachelor’s degrees in economics, business, data science, computer science, mathematics, statistics or finance.
Professionals: Perfect for those in consulting, analysis, finance, banking or government roles.

Gain highly sought-after skills and increase your earning potential with Drexel University’s STEM-designated Master of Science in Economics and Data Science. Offered jointly by Drexel’s College of Computing & Informatics (CCI) and the LeBow College of Business — a top-ranked, AACSB-accredited business school — this interdisciplinary degree program is the first of its kind in the Philadelphia region. It combines business, economics and data science at the graduate level to provide you with the skill sets that employers around the world seek. By learning from the expertise of our research-active faculty and using rigorous economic theory to inform data analysis, you’ll be equipped with the computational and problem-solving abilities to analyze data for business and policy decisions.

Fast Facts

Hours	Full-time (FT) or Part-time (PT)
Time-to-Degree	In as little as 18 months (FT); 2-3 years (PT)
Format	On campus
Term Starts	Fall
Curriculum Design	Traditional Course-by-Course; Certificates can be earned along the way by combining approved courses
Hands-on experience?	Hands-on, collaborative experiential learning projects
Technical experience required?	A background in two of the following three areas is strongly recommended: Foundations of Economics & Econometrics Foundations of Computer Programming & Software Development Foundations of Calculus, Statistics, & Linear Algebra Each applicant will have an interview with program faculty. Part of the interview may include questions to ensure that they have the preparation necessary to be successful.
GRE required?	GMAT or GRE
Meets F1 Visa STEM Requirements?	Yes

Economics & Data Science Program Overview

Experience the Drexel Difference

Propelled by Drexel’s over 100-year history of industry-based education, the program takes an interdisciplinary, applied approach through experiential learning opportunities such as internships, consulting courses and residency courses. This approach can expand your professional network and build your foundational knowledge through real-world applications, providing you with the tools to drive business solutions.

Interdisciplinary Curriculum: Delivered jointly between Drexel’s LeBow College of Business and College of Computing & Informatics, our MS in Economics and Data Science is a customizable offering that can prepare you for career or academic success.
School of Economics Expertise: Unlike at universities, our School of Economics is part of Drexel’s LeBow College of Business, providing access to a wider variety of business courses and an array of expertise and experiential learning opportunities.
Comprehensive Technology Education: Differentiating itself from other institutions, Drexel CCI combines and integrates both computer science and information science — the home of data science — to offer you an extensive range of technological solutions to economic issues.
STEM-Designated Program: The MS in Economics and Data Science is a STEM-designated degree program. Students with an F-1 visa can apply for a 24-month OPT extension if they meet noted criteria.

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Economics & Data Science Curriculum

Choose from electives in several disciplines, such as business analytics, strategic financial management and machine learning for data science, which can be used toward a certificate in either data science or business. Courses are also available from Drexel’s Center for Public Policy, and students wishing to prepare for PhD programs may take courses in the Department of Mathematics.

A practical, hands-on approach is embedded into graduate programs at Drexel, integrating experiential learning across all components of the student experience. Research-driven consulting projects, industry speakers, competitions and other engagements allow you to learn from leading companies.

Review a sample plan of study

IMPORTANT NOTE: Drexel operates on the quarter, not semester, system, offering classes during four 10-week terms throughout the year. (You are not required to take classes every quarter, but full-time students must complete the degree in 3 years.)

Our master’s degrees are 45 credits (15 courses) which is equivalent to 30-33-credit degrees at other universities. The benefit of the quarter system is that students receive instruction in more topic areas than through the semester system and have more freedom to personalize their curriculum using electives.

Career Outcomes and Student Support

In earning an MS in Economics and Data Science, you will possess a multidisciplinary skill set that will make you a sought-after professional with high earning potential. There are many professional and academic paths for you to explore.