About Master Of Science In Social Data Analytics And Research in The University of Texas at Dallas (UT Dallas)
The Master of Science in Social Data Analytics and Research builds on faculty expertise in criminology, economics, geospatial information sciences, political science, public and nonprofit management, public policy, political economy and sociology to equip individuals with multi-disciplinary skills in social data production, collection and analysis for which there is increasing career demand by government, nonprofit and private sector organizations, and by doctoral programs and other advanced research institutions.
Graduates in the program acquire proficiency in:
- Social science research design and evaluation, including quantitative and qualitative approaches.
- Quantitative and qualitative data discovery and analysis methods, including understanding and analyzing large data sets.
- Harnessing capabilities to help government, nonprofit and private sector organizations as they address pressing societal issues on both local and global scales.
- Interpreting core theories and philosophical dimensions of social science practice, and promoting ethical use of social science methodologies.
- Justifying the importance of applied social science in helping to shape public policy and action.
- Building successful career paths in diverse fields that rely upon social data analytics and research.
Academic qualification equivalents
- Applicants must have a bachelor’s degree
English language requirements
The University of Texas at Dallas (UT Dallas) Highlights
| Establishment Year |
1969 |
| University Type |
Public |
| Location |
Richardson, Texas |
| Campus Setting |
Urban |
| Mode of Program |
Full-time/ Part-time |
| Total Enrollment |
29,543 |
| Student-faculty ratio |
25:1 |
| Acceptance Rate |
79% |
| Retention Rate |
89% |
| Graduation Rate |
70% |
| Work-study program |
Available |
| Financial Aid |
Scholarships, loans, work-study |
University of Texas at Dallas Cost of Attendance
The University is responsible for eight schools, each with a different tuition cost system. The following is an estimate of the School of Arts, Technology, and Emerging Communication's annual fee structure:
| Expenditure |
Cost/semester |
| Tuition Fee |
6,720 USD |
| Supplemental Fee |
600 USD |
| Room and Board Fee |
3,900 USD |
| Total |
11,220 USD |
University of Texas at Dallas Financial Aid for International Students
More than 5 scholarship programs (each consisting of more than 10 grants) are conducted each year by the University. The scholarships are offered to international students to afford their study in the USA. The Academic Excellence Scholarship (AES) committee organizes the scholarship programs each year. A total of 5 scholarship programs are managed by the University for undergraduates as well as graduates, which include:
- Academic Excellence Scholarship Program
- Eugene McDermott Scholars Program
- National Merit Scholars program
- Terry Foundation Scholarship
- Diversity Scholars Program
Following types of scholarships are awarded based on National Merit criteria set by the University:
- Cash Stipend per semester: 4000 USD
- Housing Stipend per semester: 1500 USD
- One-time Award: 6000 USD
