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March 20, 2026

BSDS Application – Approaching the Application Short Answer Questions

The BSDS application requires short answer questions about students and their interest in data science. Learn how to answer these questions from other students.

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March 11, 2026

A Week in the Life: BSDS Student Audrey Stelle

Join Audrey Stelle, a BSDS student, ROTC member, and student ambassador, in a typical week of her life at the University of Virginia's School of Data Science.

Academics Admissions BSDS Student Life Student Spotlight
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March 11, 2026

Caroline Kranefuss Discusses Storytelling in Climate Data Science on CBS19 for ‘Inside The Numbers’

MSDS student Caroline Kranefuss discusses how data science can help us imagine what a lower carbon future looks like. on "Inside the Numbers."

Admissions Artificial Intelligence MSDS Multimedia Research
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March 10, 2026

10 Ways UVA Data Science Is Changing the World — Responsibly

Discover how UVA’s School of Data Science applies AI, predictive analytics, and responsible data science to advance healthcare, education, security and public policy.

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March 10, 2026

MSDS Online Student Profile: Richard Lopez

From career change to coding confidence, Richard Lopez’s MSDS journey proves you can build new skills, set big goals, and still make time for soccer.

Academics Admissions Artificial Intelligence Machine Learning MSDS Research Student Spotlight
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March 2, 2026

A Week in the Life: BSDS Student Alka Link

Alka Link, a BSDS Class of 2028 student and ambassador, details her week as a third-year BSDS student.

Academics Admissions BSDS Student Spotlight
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March 2, 2026

How Machine Learning Shapes My Future in AI and Quantum Computing

MSDS Ambassador Shiraz Robinson II reflects on his academic growth from plant biology to machine learning – and looks ahead to AI, PINNs, and quantum computing.

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February 27, 2026

MSDS Online Student Profile: Sarah Hawthorne

A Data Specialist reflects on her journey from undergrad research to the M.S. in Data Science program and how it’s shaping her future in analytics and education.

Academics Admissions MSDS Student Spotlight
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February 25, 2026

Navigating the Minefield of National Security Job Hunting

Ryan Dallas uncovers the complexity of the Federal and defense job application process, from getting organized and tracking applications to security clearances.

Admissions Careers MSDS Student Life Student Spotlight
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February 25, 2026

First Contact with Quantum

MSDS student Shiraz Robinson II explores the otherworldliness of quantum computers in this Q&A.

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February 24, 2026

Rigor, Relevance, and Real-World Depth: The UVA Online MSDS Advantage

UVA’s online master's in data science blends rigorous core courses with cutting-edge electives, empowering students to customize their path and impact.

Academics Admissions Artificial Intelligence Deep Learning Health and Medicine Machine Learning Research
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February 11, 2026

How Machine Learning Is Transforming Disease Diagnosis

MSDS student Emily Garman explores how ML techniques can lead to more timely diagnosis and higher recovery rates with the potential to save and improve lives.

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