University of Virginia — School of Data Science

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6:1 student-to-faculty ratio
93% employed or continuing education
$90k median salary
115 hiring companies

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UVA Data Science MSDS residential students with professor Stephen Baek in the classroom

November 12, 2026

How to Strengthen Your MSDS Application: Timely Advice From Current Students

Current UVA MSDS students share practical advice for presenting your strengths, experiences and goals with confidence in an authentic, thoughtful application.

Admissions MSDS

Professor Aiying Zhang talks with two news anchors on CBS19.

November 12, 2026

Aiying Zhang Discusses Studying the Brain with AI on CBS19 for ‘Inside The Numbers’

Assistant Professor of Data Science Aiying Zhang discusses how her research can further our understanding of neurological conditions and more on CBS19.

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Students walk along the path in front of the University of Virginia Data Science building.

November 9, 2026

Haufrect Family Invests in the Future of Undergraduate Data Science Education

Kimberly and Brian Haufrect establish a $250,000 endowed scholarship to expand need-based support for data science undergraduates at the University of Virginia.

Admissions BSDS

November 9, 2026

MSDS Residential Student Profile: T.J. Smith

T.J. Smith shifted from accounting to data science and discovered a welcoming, inclusive community at UVA that surpassed his expectations. Learn about his path.

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