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Data Science

New York University
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Overview
NYU's MS in Data Science is a transcript-driven, quantitative admissions review with a required statement of purpose and conditional English-test requirements; a portfolio is not part of the standard application.

Admission criteria

PortfolioLow

No portfolio or work-sample requirement is listed for the standard MS in Data Science application.

Bar to clear: Not used by this program

Statement of PurposeMedium

The program expects a clear statement explaining study interests, goals, program fit, and readiness for graduate work in data science.

Bar to clear: A focused, two-page statement with clear program fit

Academics & GPAHigh

This is the main academic filter: the program wants substantial math preparation, strong performance in relevant subjects, and transcripts with mostly As and Bs.

Bar to clear: Typical competitive GPA is about 3.81, with strong grades in math/CS/stats

Test scoresLow

English-proficiency scores are required for some applicants; GRE is optional and standardized tests are not the main driver of admission.

Bar to clear: TOEFL iBT 100+ recommended; IELTS 7.0 recommended; GRE optional

Application components

Statement of Academic PurposeOfficial college transcriptsTOEFL or IELTS score report (if required)GRE General score report (optional)
How to stand out
→Show advanced coursework in calculus, linear algebra, probability/statistics, and programming.
→Write the statement around specific data science interests, preparation, and program fit.
→If you need English testing, target TOEFL 100+ or IELTS 7.0+ rather than the minimum.
→Highlight any machine learning, data mining, computational statistics, or research experience in your academic record.
Source confidence
96%Well sourced
Sources
Master's in Data Science: Admissions Requirements
cds.nyu.edu/admissions/masters-in-data-science-admissions-req/admissions-requirements/
Program-specific admissions requirements, including GPA context, math background, statement, and test-score guidance.
Data Science (MS) | NYU Bulletins
bulletins.nyu.edu/graduate/arts-science/programs/data-science-ms/
Official program bulletin describing required application materials and the academic profile expected.
Master's in Data Science: FAQ (Admissions) | NYU CDS
cds.nyu.edu/masters-in-data-science-faq/
Official FAQ stating GRE is optional and giving recommended TOEFL/IELTS levels.
Admissions | NYU Bulletins
bulletins.nyu.edu/graduate/arts-science/admissions/
GSAS admissions policy stating applicants need strong academic records, well-articulated goals, and English-test recommendations.
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