Advance or Pivot in Your Career
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 School of Computer and Information Sciences (SCIS) in the Nick Howley College of Engineering and Computing 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
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Hours
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Full-time (FT) or Part-time (PT)
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Time-to-Degree
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In as few as 18 months (FT); 2-3 years (PT)
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Format
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On campus
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Term Starts
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Fall
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Hands-on experience?
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Hands-on, collaborative experiential learning projects
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Technical experience required?
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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.
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GRE required?
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No
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Meets F1 Visa STEM Requirements?
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Yes
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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 SCIS, 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 SCIS 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.
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 courses and a sample plan of study in the Drexel Course Catalog.
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.
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Admissions
Requirements
Please visit our Graduate Admissions section for admissions requirements and application deadlines.
Finances
Please visit Drexel’s official Graduate Tuition & Fees webpage. There are a variety of sources of financial aid and scholarships to help you fund your master’s degree — explore them here.
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