Elizabeth Bell, Director of International Programs and Specialized Masters Programs
(423) 425-4210 or email at Elizabeth-Bell@utc.edu
Our Master of Science in Data Analytics program focuses on combining high-quality expertise in programming, machine learning, and database management with business analytic skills so that massive volumes of data may be visualized and analyzed to reveal emerging business trends. The program also focuses on the application of advanced data mining techniques to predict events important to the organization. The graduates of this innovative program will bridge gaps between accomplished business executives and the technological expertise that can help organizations derive value from data.
The MSDA degree program provides a choice of delivery options: the 100% Online MSDA or the Flexible MSDA which offers face-to-face and online course options. Either delivery is a good fit for working adults, full-time students and everyone in between. Face-to-face Flexible MSDA classes are scheduled in the evenings. Students admitted to the 100% Online MSDA are restricted to online classes only and have priority in online courses. Conversely, Flexible MSDA students should expect to take a combination of face-to-face and online delivered courses.
Admission requirements
You must have earned a bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university (any major is acceptable) or foreign equivalent and be in good academic standing at the last institution you attended. To be considered for regular admission, applicants must meet one of the following requirements from a regionally accredited institution or foreign equivalent. All GPAs are based on a 4.0 point scale and are cumulative including all undergraduate courses completed; the last two years of undergraduate coursework are equivalent to approximately 60-70 semester hours or 90-100 quarter hours.
- 2.70 minimum GPA for all undergraduate work taken for the baccalaureate degree or
- 3.00 GPA for the last two years of undergraduate academic coursework or
- 3.00 GPA for 30 or more semester hours undergraduate credit after earning the first bachelor’s degree or
- 2.70 for the last two years of undergraduate coursework and a 3.00 GPA on fewer than 24 hours graduate coursework or
- 3./00 GPA for 24 or more graduate hours or
- An earned master’s degree or higher-level degree with at least a 3.00 GPA.
Admission process:
Applications are accepted by the Graduate School at any time; however, in order to ensure adequate time for consideration, the completed online application, and any other supporting credentials should be received by the Graduate School no later than two months prior to the beginning of the term for which admission is desired. To complete your application you must submit the following:
- Application: Complete the online UTC Graduate School application.
- Official Transcripts: Submit official transcripts from each college or university attended (even those from whom transfer credits were earned) to UTC’s Graduate School. To expedite the receipt of official transcripts, UTC recommends the use of an electronic transcript submission services such as Parchment or National Student Clearinghouse. If mailing official transcripts, they must be mailed directly from the institution to: The Graduate School, University of Tennessee at Chattanooga, Department 5305, 615 McCallie Avenue, Chattanooga, TN 37403.
- Pay a $35.00 one-time, non-refundable application fee ($40.00 fee for International student applications). This fee is paid when completing the online application.
- Maximum two-page statement of purpose for doing the MSDA program and goals of the applicant should be submitted with the application.
- Resume/Curriculum Vitae
- International students applications (not U.S. born or naturalized citizens)have additional application requirements detailed in the International Student Application Guide on the UTC International Student Services Office web site. Note: International student applicants must submit admission materials to the UTC International Student Services Office.
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