Math for Data Science
For students and professionals seeking to build math and analysis proficiency, the Math for Data Science post-baccalaureate certificate program is designed to strengthen their quantitative background for graduate school or to enhance their data analysis skills for their careers. Consisting of courses in applied mathematics, statistics, and calculus, the program provides students with a quantitative foundation for data analysis—a critical skillset that is applicable to a wide range of industries.
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*Course availability varies year to year. See Math for Data Science schedule for details.
Math for Data Science is a hybrid program, with courses available online and on campus. MATH 220-A, MATH 220-B, and STAT 202-DL are offered online in certain academic terms. See Math for Data Science schedule for details.
Students who do not have a recent academic math background are encouraged to start with MATH 202, and/or complete MATH 101 College Algebra prior to enrolling in MATH 220-A. See the full academic year course schedule for details.
Post-baccalaureate students at Northwestern's School of Professional Studies pay per course. For more information about financial obligations and tuition, please visit the Tuition page.
In addition to completing an online application, you'll also need to submit a few supplemental materials. A list of requirements for admission including application deadlines and tips on how to apply can be found at the Admission page.
Whether you're a first-time registrant or current and returning student, all students register using our online student registration and records systems. Important information about registering for courses at SPS, including registration timelines and adding or dropping courses in which you are already enrolled, can be found on the Registration Information page.
