Join us for our final Fall Open House and see Marist for yourself. Explore our stunning riverfront campus, learn more about academics and admissions, and get a firsthand look at life as a Red Fox. Along the way, you'll hear from students, faculty, and staff about the opportunities, connections, and experiences that make Marist special. Register Below:
Join us for our final Fall Open House and see Marist for yourself. Explore our stunning riverfront campus, learn more about academics and admissions, and get a firsthand look at life as a Red Fox. Along the way, you'll hear from students, faculty, and staff about the opportunities, connections, and experiences that make Marist special. Register Below:
Join us for our final Fall Open House and see Marist for yourself. Explore our stunning riverfront campus, learn more about academics and admissions, and get a firsthand look at life as a Red Fox. Along the way, you'll hear from students, faculty, and staff about the opportunities, connections, and experiences that make Marist special. Register Below:
Join us for our final Fall Open House and see Marist for yourself. Explore our stunning riverfront campus, learn more about academics and admissions, and get a firsthand look at life as a Red Fox. Along the way, you'll hear from students, faculty, and staff about the opportunities, connections, and experiences that make Marist special. Register Below:
What sets Marist’s Data Science and Analytics program apart is its direct connection to real-world application. Working hand-in-hand with major data institutions like IBM provides you with the opportunities to not only retain the theory of Data Science and Analytics but to apply it from day one of your academic career.
You're invited to Marist's Technology Open House on Saturday, Nov. 7, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.!
You'll get the chance to learn more about all of the majors we offer in the Computing Technology department: Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Games & Emerging Media, Information Technology & Systems, and Data Science & Analytics. Meet faculty, connect with current students, and see firsthand the clubs, activities, and research they’re involved in. You'll also have the opportunity to tour our world-class facilities in the Hancock Center and enjoy lunch with members of the School of Computer Science and Mathematics.
What classes do you take for a Data Science major?
Data science and analytics majors typically study a combination of computer science, statistics, analytics, and machine learning. At Marist University, students build foundational skills through courses that help students learn how to collect, analyze, interpret, and apply data to solve complex business and technology challenges. Courses include:
Tap Into Our Marist-IBM Partnership
Recognized as one of the 25 Most Connected Campuses in the U.S. by Princeton Review and Forbes, Marist has garnered meaningful partnerships with major institutions in technology, including IBM. The Marist-IBM Innovation Incubator provides students access to the IBM z17 mainframe with advanced AI computing capabilities to support research, application development, and experiential learning. The partnership also grants our students access to conferences like IBM’s TechConnect, resources like IBM’s Open Source Development Lab, and internship and career opportunities during and after their time at Marist.
Inspired by AI and Human Potential, Christian Sarmiento '25, a data science and analytics major, dives into hands-on learning and research to uncover endless ways AI can shape the future. He also leads campus-wide talks on the responsible use of this revolutionary tech across industries. That's because Christian sees more than just data—he sees the human impact of innovation.
Learn by Doing in a Hands-on Environment
If you're curious which colleges offer undergraduates hands-on data science projects, Marist is a strong contender. As a Data Science and Analytics student, you’ll have many opportunities to apply what you learn in class in a hands-on environment. One of our students' most exciting and popular events is an annual conference called DataFest, during which teams of undergraduates from many colleges and universities work around the clock to find and share meaning in a large, rich, and complex data set. During the competition, students work with large, complex data sets and apply what they have learned in real-world scenarios.
Not only will you be learning Data Science and Analytics from experienced faculty, but you’ll be learning from experts who are respected and recognized within the field. For example, Prof. Eitel Lauría has worked in the IS/IT industry for 20+ years, serving as a technology consultant to IBM, Microsoft, ExxonMobil, Reuters, Hewlett Packard, GE Global Research, and the World Bank among other global corporations. Having published his research in data science, business intelligence, predictive analytics, and statistical machine learning, Professor Lauría even presented research at the LatinX in AI Workshop at the International Conference on Machine Learning.
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that employment in computer and information technology occupations is projected to grow 35% from 2025 to 2035, much faster than the average for all occupations.
New York is the highest-paying state in the country for Data Scientists and Mathematical Science Occupations, as per the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the mean annual wage for Data Scientists and Mathematical Science Occupations is $120,230.
Marist cultivates the intellectual growth and well-being of its students through unique and personalized combinations of coursework and experience in and out of the classroom. These experiences provide valuable personal growth and occupational expertise to reflect students' individual passions.
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