M.S. in Data Science for CEMS Admissions

Application Requirements

The deadline to apply for the M.S. in Data Science for CEMS program is March 15th.

 All application materials should be submitted on the application portal by the application deadline. We cannot review your application until all of the required materials are submitted. Late applications will be considered. However, offers will only be made to exceptional applicants, if space is available. We do not admit for spring except under extenuating circumstances.

Required application materials

  • Application for admission submitted via the application portal
  • Resume or Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Statement of purpose - Communicate your preparation for advanced study in your chosen field including relevant coursework, research, internships, or other experiences. Outline your immediate educational and long-range career objectives in relation to your chosen field. Please indicate if your intention to pursue a Plan B (project-based) or Plan C (coursework-based) Master’s Degree.  Length is ideally ≤ 2 pages.
  • Diversity statement - All applicants should submit a statement (up to 1 page) that communicates how the challenges you have faced, skills you have build, or lessons you have learned will provide you a unique ability to contribute to the University of Minnesota’s scholarly community.
  • Transcripts
  • 3 recommendation letters
  • Proof of English Language Proficiency - The University of Minnesota policy requires international and domestic applicants whose first language is not English to provide proof of English Language proficiency as a condition of admission. CEMS follows the minimum requirements for the ELP on TOEFL, IELTS, or MELAB. If you think you might be exempt from submitting an ELP score, please refer to English Language Proficiency section of the Graduate School website.
  • GRE is not required and if a score is submitted, we will not review out of fairness to other applicants. 

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Admissions Guidelines

Students interested in applying for this program should have completed their Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering or Materials Science & Engineering or a related field. A cumulative GPA of 3.5 or higher is required at the time of application.

Completion of the following coursework is required for admission:

  • Two semesters of calculus (Math 1371/1372 or 1271/1272 at the University of Minnesota - Twin Cities)
  • Multivariable Calculus (Math 2374 or 2263 at the University of Minnesota - Twin Cities)
  • Linear Algebra/Differential Equations (Math 2373 or 2243 at the University of Minnesota - Twin Cities)
  • Statistics
  • Programming in languages such as C++ or Python
  • Algorithms and Data Structures

Graduate admissions decisions are made exclusively by a committee of faculty from the Department of Chemical Engineering and Materials Science. A decision for admissions notice will be emailed to you once your application is carefully reviewed by the department’s admissions committee and your transcripts and any credentials are authenticated by University officials. 

Financial Support for M.S. Students

The Data Science for Chemical Engineering and Materials Science program does not offer departmental funding for students upon admission. The information below on funding opportunities may help you determine how to pay for your education.

Office of Graduate Studies Fellowship and Grants

The Graduate School administers University-wide fellowships and grants, based on academic merit (unlike a teaching assistantship or research assistantship, fellowships and grants generally do not require students to work).  Currently enrolled graduate students at the University of Minnesota may apply. Fellowships usually cover educational and living expenses, and grants usually cover expenses related to specific projects.

In addition, the Graduate Fellowship Office coordinates the application process for Fulbright Awards and supports the University's recipients of the National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship.

Loans

Loans are the last type of aid for which you are considered, after gift aid and work-study. Loans are considered self-help financial aid because you must repay the money loaned to you. For more information about loans, visit One Stop Student Services.

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