William Paterson University

What you'll study

The program requires 30 credit hours: 18 credits of core coursework (including a capstone), 6 credits of foundation courses and 6 credits of electives. Course work covers the full analytics workflow from managing big data and data warehousing to predictive analytics, multivariate analytics, data mining, machine learning, business intelligence, and data visualization. Instruction emphasizes hands-on use of industry-trending tools and techniques including Python, R, Tableau, and approaches to communicate findings to diverse audiences.

Entry requirements

Applicants must hold an undergraduate degree from an accredited institution and submit transcripts and a professional resume. A cumulative undergraduate GPA of 3.0 or higher is required. Applicants with a GPA of 2.75–2.99 may be admitted if they show two years of relevant work experience and mathematical proficiency, or a 90th-percentile GMAT/GRE score. Demonstrated quantitative aptitude is required via prior academic preparation or relevant professional experience; applicants must submit an online application and a $50 application fee. International and non-U.S. credential holders must follow the university’s graduate admission procedures and send official documents to the Office of Graduate Admissions and Enrollment Services (email: graduateadmissions@wpunj.edu; mail: Morrison Hall 102, 300 Pompton Road, Wayne, NJ 07470).

Career prospects

Graduates are prepared for advanced analytics roles across industries. Job titles cited by the program include Data Scientist, Data Engineer, Senior Data Analyst, Business Intelligence Analyst, Controller and Senior Financial Analyst. The curriculum is designed to equip students to apply descriptive, predictive and prescriptive techniques to drive business decisions and growth.

Scholarships & funding angle

The program uses a pay-by-the-course tuition model. Students should consult William Paterson University’s graduate financial aid office and the program pages for available scholarships, assistantships, employer tuition benefits and federal student aid options; contact information and detailed tuition breakdowns are provided by the university.