Demand for data scientists is growing as more businesses, government agencies and nonprofits use data to make informed decisions.

Data scientists are more involved on the front end of data, and they contribute to numerous fields by:

• Gathering organizing and structuring large data sets from a variety of sources
• Using statistical tools to extract meaningful information from large data sets for specific applications
• Analyzing data to interpret information displayed in multiple different forms
• Developing algorithms and new ways to gather and interpret data

Top Reasons to Study Data Science at UToledo

Breadth of program.

We take an interdisciplinary approach. Courses are taught by faculty from mathematicians and computer programmers to philosophers and artists. You’ll get exposure to social science data as well as health and natural science data. This broader focus gives you a greater perspective.

Craft your path.

UToledo’s Data Science program focuses on math, statistics, basic programming and health and science applications. You can choose an area of concentration or a minor that fits your career interests. Students interested in areas not listed can consult with their advisor.

• Astrophysics
• Computer Science and Engineering (minor)
• Economics (minor)
• Environmental Science
• Geographic Information Science and Technology (minor)
• Physics (minor)
• Public Health

Unique courses.

You’ll learn more about data visualization — the ability to present data in a visual, understandable way — and how ethics plays a role in data, including ethically sourcing and presenting data.

Learn by doing.

Get practical experience in our capstone course. You’ll apply your knowledge of data science in your field of concentration. At UToledo, you can begin research projects as early as your first year. Conduct research alongside our faculty from a wide variety of disciplines including data science, economics and geography.

Data-related graduate programs at UToledo.

Further your career after graduation with a Master of Applied Business Analytics degree. You can pair data science with a business discipline, such as accounting, finance or marketing.