LinkedIn's 2018 Workforce Report showed that not only is demand for data scientists very high, but there's also a shortage in people who can fill open jobs, especially in places like LA, San Francisco Bay, and New York City. The rise of artificial intelligence and big data will help continue to drive demand for data scientists in every industry — from food to manufacturing to finance.
When availability meets a solid salary (2018 median pay of $56/hour for Computer and Information Research Scientists) new job seekers win out. We've held our ranking of the best 10 colleges for data science degree majors on a budget to strict criteria:
Estimated annual cost of less than $31,000 a year (as reported by College Navigator)
At least one full major or relevant concentration for those seeking a degree in data science
We also sought to maintain an overall undergraduate graduation rate of at least 45%, but allowed one exception, Faulkner University, because data science programs at the undergraduate level are hard to find. Read until #1 to find the cheapest college!
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Figuring out where to apply? These top, accredited schools offer a variety of online degrees. Consider one of these accredited programs, and discover their value today.
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Sources:By BVS StaffJuly 2020
