Ph.D. in Data Science Virtual Open House

Join the University of Virginia School of Data Science Ph.D. in Data Science Open House and discover how you can help shape the next generation of data-driven innovation. Meet current Ph.D. students, hear from faculty about their groundbreaking research, learn how the program works, and get your admissions questions answered.

The University of Virginia School of Data Science was the first stand-alone, degree-granting School of Data Science in the United States, and its Ph.D. in Data Science, launched in 2022, was the first doctoral program offered by a stand-alone School of Data Science.

We welcome applicants from a wide range of academic disciplines and professional backgrounds. No specific undergraduate major is required, and a master's degree is not necessary for admission. 

If you're passionate about research, innovation, and solving complex challenges with data, we encourage you to learn more about our vibrant doctoral community.