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Professional Online Certificate In Data Science Foundations
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Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Data Science Foundations
***The Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Data Science Foundations program will not be accepting new students for the Academic Year 2025-2026. More information to follow.***
Drexel University's online Graduate Certificate in Data Science Foundations provides the basic skills in Python programming, exploratory data analytics using R, and more so students understand data acquisition and analytics in the digital transformation era. This 12-credit, 4-course program is offered entirely online making it convenient for working professionals interested in gaining the foundational skills to enter this fied.
Graduate Certificate in Data Science Foundations Program Features
- 12 credits, 4 courses
- Offered 100% online
- From Drexel's College of Computing & Informatics
Related Programs
Drexel University’s online Graduate Certificate in Data Science Foundations may be stacked with other certificates to customize your education and/or earn credits toward a master's degree in data science.
- MS in Data Science
- Graduate Certificate in Machine Learning for Data Science
- Graduate Certificate in Big Data Analytics
Drexel University offers a variety of Graduate Minors that can be added to any master's degree program.
State restrictions may apply to some programs.
Curriculum
This program is organized into four 10-week quarters per year (as opposed to the traditional two semester system) which means you can take more courses in a shorter time period. One semester credit is equivalent to 1.5 quarter credits.
| Required Courses | ||
| DSCI 511 | Data Acquisition and Pre-Processing | 3.0 |
| DSCI 521 | Data Analysis and Interpretation | 3.0 |
| Electives (Choose 2) |
6.0 | |
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CS 570
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Programming Foundations | |
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or CS 501
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Introduction to Programming | |
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CS 502
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Data Structures and Algorithms | |
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CS 503
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Systems Basics | |
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CS 504
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Introduction to Software Design | |
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DSCI 501
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Quantitative Foundations of Data Science | |
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INFO 590
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Foundations of Data and Information | |
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INFO 605
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Database Management Systems | |
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INFO 620
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Information Systems Analysis and Design | |
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INFO 633
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Information Visualization | |
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INFO 659
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Introduction to Data Analytics | |
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INFO 725
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Information Policy and Ethics | |
| Total Credits | 12.0 | |
Admissions Criteria
- A four-year bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution in the United States or an equivalent international institution
- GPA of 3.0 or higher, in a completed degree program, bachelor’s degree or above
Required Documents
With multiple ways to submit documents, Drexel makes it easy to complete your application. Learn more by visiting our Completing Your Application Guide.
- A completed application
- Official transcripts from all universities or colleges and other post-secondary educational institutions attended (including trade schools)
- One letter of recommendation required, two suggested (academic, professional, or bot)
- Essay/Statement of Purpose
- In approximately 500 words, describe what professional goals you hope to achieve, how an advanced degree facilitates that success and anything else you want the Admissions Review Board to know about you
- Resume
- Additional requirements for International Students
Computer Requirements
You must have access to a computer that meets or exceeds the minimum configuration outlined in the College of Computing and Informatics's Computer and Technology Requirements Guide.
Tuition
The tuition rate for the academic year 2026-2027 is $1400 per credit.
For the academic year 2026-2027, students enrolled in an online graduate academic program will be charged a graduate online program fee of $125 per year.
- This program is not eligible for Financial Aid.
- Special tuition rates available for Drexel University Alumni, Military members, and members of our Partner Organizations.
- These rates apply only to new online students and students being readmitted.
- Tuition rates are subject to increase with the start of each academic year in the fall term.
- All students must contact applyDUonline@drexel.edu within the first two weeks of the term to request tuition savings for which they qualify.
- Special rates cannot be combined. If you qualify for more than one special rate, you'll be given the one with the largest savings.
- When receiving special tuition plans with Drexel University Online, you may not combine them with other tuition benefits that may be available from Drexel University.
Academic Calendar
2026-2027 Academic Year
Term
Classes Begin
Classes End
Exams Begin
Exams End
Fall 2026
September 22, 2026
December 5, 2026
December 7, 2026
December 12, 2026
Winter 2027
January 4, 2027
March 13, 2027
March 15, 2027
March 20, 2027
Spring 2027
March 29, 2027
June 5, 2027
June 7, 2027
June 12, 2027
Summer 2027
June 21, 2027
August 7, 2027
August 9, 2027
August 14, 2027
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