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Online Certificate Of Machine Learning For Data Science

Classes Begin: January 5, 2026

1 year

Average Duration

Fully Online

Format

12

Quarter Credits $1481 per credit
Drexel University is Regionally Accredited

Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Machine Learning for Data Science

Drexel University's online Graduate Certificate in Machine Learning for Data Science provides foundational knowledge in applied machine learning, recommender systems, and deep learning. Students learn how to harvest, collect, and integrate diverse data and how to interpret and communicate the output of related statistical and algorithmic methods to address data-intensive problems. This 12-credit, 4-course program is offered entirely online making it convenient for working professionals looking to gain skills in this emerging field.

Graduate Certificate in Machine Learning for Data Science 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 Machine Learning for Data Science may be stacked with other certificates to customize your education and/or earn credits toward a master's degree in data science.


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 Core Courses
DSCI 631 Applied Machine Learning for Data Science 3.0
DSCI 641 Recommender Systems 3.0
Elective Courses 6.0
Choose 2 courses from the following:
CS 570
Programming Foundations
or CS 501
Introduction to Programming
CS 502
Data Structures and Algorithms
or CS 521
Data Structures and Algorithms I
CS 583
Introduction to Computer Vision
CS 613
Machine Learning
CS 614
Applications of Machine Learning
CS 615
Deep Learning
CS 660
Data Analysis at Scale
DSCI 501
Quantitative Foundations of Data Science
DSCI 521
Data Analysis and Interpretation
DSCI 691
Natural Language Processing with Deep Learning
DSCI 690
Modeling Natural Language
INFO 623
Social Network Analytics
INFO 624
Intelligent Search and Language Models
Total Credits 12.0

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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 both)
  • 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 2025-2026 is $1481 per credit.

For the academic year 2025-2026, 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 AlumniMilitary 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

2025-2026 Academic Year

Term

Classes Begin

Classes End

Exams Begin

Exams End

Fall 2025

September 22, 2025

December 6, 2025

December 8, 2025

December 13, 2025

Winter 2026

January 5, 2026

March 14, 2026

March 16, 2026

March 21, 2026

Spring 2026

March 30, 2026

June 6, 2026

June 8, 2026

June 13, 2026

Summer 2026

June 22, 2026

August 29, 2026

August 31, 2026

September 5, 2026

 

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