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B.S. in Data Science
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Data Science
One-of-One Data Science at Howard
Howard's one-of-one data science undergraduate program is the university's first. The Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Data Science at Howard University draws on proven expertise in the department of mathematics to provide a rigorous, innovative and integrated undergraduate academic curriculum that incorporates mathematics and statistics, applied computation and programming, ethics and communication.
Our interdisciplinary program prepares you for an impactful career. Workforce demands for data science, data analytics skills and abilities, and enhanced research capabilities are growing. Howard University's mission is to produce socially responsible and competent leaders with a focus on social justice and ethical leadership.
Don't just major in data science at Howard. Be a part of history.
Program Highlights
The curriculum spans foundational mathematics and satistics, applied computation, data management, curation and visualization, communication and ethics.
You will engage in experiential learning through internships, capstone projects and interdisciplinary collaborations.
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Building the Mathematical Mecca: Howard’s Half‑Century of Innovation, Scholarship, and Leadership
A half-century after inaugurating its PhD program, Howard stands where it has so often stood: at the confluence of opportunity and ambition, turning abstract structures into real-world pathways, and proving—again—that when access meets excellence, the results are transformative.
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Honors Sophomore Student, Howard University
I was hired on campus as a Data Science Teaching Fellow because of this class and secured my summer internship on a Microsoft grant–funded project. The skills I learned in this class made my application far more competitive and placed me in a much better position to be hired as a research assistant.
Najla Hall
Psychology Major, COAS Honors Program, Howard University
The projects I completed in the Introduction to Data Science class have made me much more confident in my data science skills and ability to pursue a quantitative-based thesis project. I would highly recommend this program to anyone interested in research and/or data visualization, regardless of whether they are in the social sciences or STEM.