Preparing Grads to Solve Real-World Problems

Dive into the world of data and discover how to turn numbers into knowledge. Equip yourself with the skills to collect, analyze, and interpret complex data using programming, statistics, and machine learning. As well as build essential skills in data analysis, statistical modeling, and computational techniques.

Choose from three major concentrations to fit your goals:

  1. Business Analytics: Focusing on leveraging data for informed business decisions.
  2. Computational Science & Engineering: Delves into advanced programming and algorithm development.
  3. Supply Chain & Logistics: Emphasizes data-driven strategies for optimizing logistics and operations.
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STEM Scholarship Opportunities

College doesn’t have to feel out of reach. Valdosta State University helps keep college affordable by offering scholarship opportunities to eligible students majoring in STEM fields. It's just one of the many ways we continue to make college more accessible to more students.

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  • Business Analyst
  • Business Intelligence Analyst
  • Data Engineer
  • Data Scientist
  • Financial Analyst
  • Inventory Manager
  • Machine Learning Engineer
  • Marketing Analyst
  • Supply Chain Consultant
  • Transportation Analyst
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Top Employers
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VSU’s Bachelor of Science in Data Science will develop a pipeline of highly trained professionals

"This isn't just about degrees — it's about keeping skilled graduates right here in Valdosta. Over 60% of companies nowadays have a data scientist or data science team that's part of the workforce, and so we do hope to train our students to fill those roles."

- Dr. Shaun Ault, Department Head of Data Science

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No Test Scores No SAT or ACT with academic GPA of 3.2
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Quick Admissions NO recommendations or ESSAY required
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Have a 3.0 GPA? You could be eligible for the HOPE SCHOLARSHIP

Providing an affordable, complete college experience that prepares you for your future!

Realize your potential with our Data Science program, 150+ student organizations, year-round campus events, and National Championships athletics.

Apply today with these advantages:
• Quick admissions decisions
• No essay
• No recommendations
• No SAT or ACT requirements for students with a 3.2 academic GPA
• In-state tuition for all border states: AL, FL, NC, SC & TN

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