AdmissionsAdmissions FAQs
Does applying for the minor commit me to enrolling?
Applying for the minor should indicate a strong interest in the program, though it is not a promise that you will continue. If your application is selected, you will have the opportunity to confirm that you wish to declare. This also commits you to taking DATA_ENG 200 in Winter or Spring 2025 if you are on the Data Science or Hybrid tracks.
What are the prerequisites for applying?
The only prerequisite is that you must be at least a second-year student by the time you start the program.
I am a first-year transfer student, can I apply?
Yes! Note that if you are selected and are on the Data Science or Hybrid tracks, you must complete COMP_SCI 150 before your required enrollment in DATA_ENG 200 in Winter 2025.
I am graduating this year. Can I still apply?
If space allows, we will admit a small number of seniors to the program this year. You must be able to complete all program requirements this academic year. For Data Science or Hybrid track students, this means taking DATA_ENG 200 in Winter 2025, and DATA_Eng 300 in Spring 2025 (both on TTh 9:30-10:50 a.m.). You must also have completed all necessary prerequisites for DATA_ENG 300 before the start of Spring 2025. Students on the Machine Learning track have more flexibility on when to fit their core courses into their schedule.
I am not a McCormick student. Can I apply for the minor?
Yes! Students from all schools are welcome to apply.
How many classes do you need for the minor?
For the minor, you must take eight classes. Four of these are specialization courses (specific classes differ per track), as well as four requirements consisting of one statistics foundations course, one programming foundations course, and two approved electives. At least 4 courses must be unique to the minor and cannot be double counted. See Curriculum & Requirements for more details.
