Minor in Data Science
The Data Science minor will prepare you with the foundational knowledge you need to understand and manage data in any field. Learn to navigate a data-driven world through five courses — from data visualization to database design — that are designed to fit around your major. You’ll study the collection, manipulation, storage, retrieval, and computational analysis of data in its various forms — with no programming background needed.
Program details
Build your foundation
You will start by taking three introductory courses in data science with Khoury College majors and nonmajors alike, developing your knowledge base while getting to know Khoury College’s diverse community. Once you complete your foundational classes, you’ll have opportunities to choose electives based on your interests and goals.
Make your minor more meaningful
At Khoury College, you will be able to choose electives to personalize your minor, making it more meaningful to your goals. Whatever your major — biology to business, ecology to economics — you’ll build in-depth interdisciplinary knowledge that directly applies to your studies, plus the technical skills to succeed in a data-driven world.
Career prospects
A data science minor can prepare you with a diverse set of skills in data management, analytical reasoning, and technical problem solving — significantly enhancing your career prospects.
Co-ops and internships
Through co-ops, you will gain firsthand experience while building connections in industry settings. Some of our students’ recent co-ops include:
- Data automation intern at PM Business Advisors
- Data science intern at Educational Results Partnership
- GeoAnalytics intern at Boston Consulting Group
Campus location
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Boston
Located in the heart of Boston, Northeastern’s oldest campus is home to a vibrant community of students, researchers, and faculty working across disciplines to build a better world through CS.
Applications and admissions
Deadlines
Learn more about our undergraduate early action, early decision, and regular decision options.
Degree costs
Pursuing a world-class education is an investment in your future. It’s also one of the most important decisions you’ll ever make. Visit our Undergraduate Admissions site to find current Northeastern University costs. You can also estimate the cost of your degree using our College Cost Estimator or Net Price Calculator.
Financial aid and scholarships
Northeastern University offers a range of financial aid and scholarship opportunities to help you fund your education. You’ll receive an initial financial aid package that outlines your options after admission. Once you enroll, Khoury College has multiple scholarship opportunities for current students to continue supporting your studies. We also encourage all students to submit the FAFSA to determine your eligibility for federal aid and loans.
Have questions? Contact an advisor
Undergraduate students who are interested in discussing a minor offered by Khoury College can connect with an academic advisor. Please refer to the alphabetical split below:
- Last names A-M, contact Arianna Pagan: a.pagan@northeastern.edu
- Last names N-Z, contact Jessica Speece: j.speece@northeastern.edu
If you are ready to apply for the minor now, please complete this form.
Meet our faculty
Get to know the engaged, experienced professors who are here to support you every step of the way.
Laney Strange
Laney Strange is a teaching professor, director for teaching faculty in Boston, and director of broadening participation at Khoury College. She advocates for underrepresented groups in computer science and holds Women’s Community of Code workshops that empower girls and women to pursue programming.
Combine your major with another topic
Check out our combined major programs to pair your interest in data science with fields in biology, business, engineering, and more.