Data Science - Majors & Minors - Knox College
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Data Science - Majors & Minors - Knox College
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Data Science
For better or worse, you live in a world that’s awash in data. And the future will belong to people who can make sense of it.
Meet Your Professors
Visit Knox
Data Science Faculty
Data Science Courses
Data Science Requirements
Major
What do you find at the intersection of mathematics, computer science, and statistics? Answers.
Data is everywhere. (You’re creating even more of it right this second.) Which only makes it more challenging to make sense of it.
At Knox, you’ll develop the computational expertise to perform sophisticated analyses of complex data sets, transforming raw numbers into actionable information. You’ll also develop a deep understanding of the social, economic, political, and cultural implications of what you learn—as well as exploring the ethical issues behind the widespread collection of data and how it can be used.
Major in Data Science
A data science major is an excellent complement to a business, computer science, or economics degree. It’s also the gateway to a growing number of career options.
Course Spotlight
This is a challenging and deeply interdisciplinary program. You’ll need a strong understanding of calculus, statistical modeling, programming, and algorithmic structure—but once you master the tools, you can explore questions in any discipline, from healthcare to sports management.
MATH 225 Linear Models and Statistical Software
STAT 312 Data Mining & Statistical Computing
STAT 323 Machine Learning
CS 220 Applied Data Structures
CS 317 Artificial Intelligence
Where People & Numbers Meet
If you're interested in mathematics, computer science, and statistics AND in tune with ethical issues and fields of application, data science is a perfect match. We address human impacts as well as numbers. Problems in data science also require different modes of thinking to solve. What could be a better use of the liberal arts than that!
Researching Artificial Intelligence at Knox
AI is transforming the way data scientists work with raw data. You can start using this powerful tool as an undergraduate.
Watch Now
What Our Data Science Alumni Are Doing
Data science is the newest major at Knox—but it’s also one of the fastest growing fields in the country. Many students pursue a second major in economics, psychology, or computer science.
Ginger Phelps ’18 | Senior Manager, Data Science at Circana
Marissa Akers ’21 | Clinical Data Specialist, Myriad Genetics
Colleen Flint DiCarlo ’15 | Environmental Analyst, Disney Cruise Lines
Kameron Wells ’17 | Senior Data Engineer & Team Lead, Baseball Systems, Boston Red Sox
Meet Our Data Science Majors
Sam Lorenz ’23
Sam, a ’23 graduate, conducted several research projects when she was a student based on her interest in statistical modeling.
Meet Sam
Wakako Sugata
Wakako is one of the first Knox College students to major in data science.
Meet Wakako
I Am Knox—Sikandar Mateen
Sikandar not only thrives academically as a double major in neuroscience and data science but also leads numerous clubs and organizations on campus.
Meet Sikander
Data Science News
Find out what our data science students and professors are up to.
Read More News
Knox Students Win Honorable Mention in DataFest Competition
Participating students were provided with a set of data and an associated challenge.
Read More
In Memoriam: Thomas Eugene Kurtz ’50
Knox alumnus Thomas Kurtz was a pioneer of BASIC programming & champion of accessible technology. His time at Knox laid the foundation for a lifetime of contributions to education and technology.
Read More
Data Science FAQs
Not necessarily. While a quantitative background is beneficial, successful s
tudents
have a willingness to build foundational skills in statistics and programming during the program. We look for analytical thinking and problem-solving aptitude over a specific m
ajor
.
Graduates typically move into roles such as Data Scientist, Machine Learning Engineer, or Data Analyst across industries like technology, healthcare, finance, and e-commerce. K
nox offers
career coaching, networking events, and capstone projects to help bridge the gap from classroom to employment.
The curriculum focuses on industry-standard tools to ensure you are job-ready. You will primarily learn Python for data manipulation and machine learning, along with SQL for database querying and R for statistical analysis. Opportunities exist to learn to use essential platforms like Git for version control, Tableau and Power BI for data visualization, and cloud platforms (AWS) for deploying models.
Let’s crunch the numbers.
Questions about financial aid and scholarships, research opportunities, or internship opportunities? Just ask!
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Skip to Main Content
Data Science
For better or worse, you live in a world that’s awash in data. And the future will belong to people who can make sense of it.
Meet Your Professors
Visit Knox
Data Science Faculty
Data Science Courses
Data Science Requirements
Major
What do you find at the intersection of mathematics, computer science, and statistics? Answers.
Data is everywhere. (You’re creating even more of it right this second.) Which only makes it more challenging to make sense of it.
At Knox, you’ll develop the computational expertise to perform sophisticated analyses of complex data sets, transforming raw numbers into actionable information. You’ll also develop a deep understanding of the social, economic, political, and cultural implications of what you learn—as well as exploring the ethical issues behind the widespread collection of data and how it can be used.
Major in Data Science
A data science major is an excellent complement to a business, computer science, or economics degree. It’s also the gateway to a growing number of career options.
Course Spotlight
This is a challenging and deeply interdisciplinary program. You’ll need a strong understanding of calculus, statistical modeling, programming, and algorithmic structure—but once you master the tools, you can explore questions in any discipline, from healthcare to sports management.
MATH 225 Linear Models and Statistical Software
STAT 312 Data Mining & Statistical Computing
STAT 323 Machine Learning
CS 220 Applied Data Structures
CS 317 Artificial Intelligence
Where People & Numbers Meet
If you're interested in mathematics, computer science, and statistics AND in tune with ethical issues and fields of application, data science is a perfect match. We address human impacts as well as numbers. Problems in data science also require different modes of thinking to solve. What could be a better use of the liberal arts than that!
Researching Artificial Intelligence at Knox
AI is transforming the way data scientists work with raw data. You can start using this powerful tool as an undergraduate.
Watch Now
What Our Data Science Alumni Are Doing
Data science is the newest major at Knox—but it’s also one of the fastest growing fields in the country. Many students pursue a second major in economics, psychology, or computer science.
Ginger Phelps ’18 | Senior Manager, Data Science at Circana
Marissa Akers ’21 | Clinical Data Specialist, Myriad Genetics
Colleen Flint DiCarlo ’15 | Environmental Analyst, Disney Cruise Lines
Kameron Wells ’17 | Senior Data Engineer & Team Lead, Baseball Systems, Boston Red Sox
Meet Our Data Science Majors
Sam Lorenz ’23
Sam, a ’23 graduate, conducted several research projects when she was a student based on her interest in statistical modeling.
Meet Sam
Wakako Sugata
Wakako is one of the first Knox College students to major in data science.
Meet Wakako
I Am Knox—Sikandar Mateen
Sikandar not only thrives academically as a double major in neuroscience and data science but also leads numerous clubs and organizations on campus.
Meet Sikander
Data Science News
Find out what our data science students and professors are up to.
Read More News
Knox Students Win Honorable Mention in DataFest Competition
Participating students were provided with a set of data and an associated challenge.
Read More
In Memoriam: Thomas Eugene Kurtz ’50
Knox alumnus Thomas Kurtz was a pioneer of BASIC programming & champion of accessible technology. His time at Knox laid the foundation for a lifetime of contributions to education and technology.
Read More
Data Science FAQs
Not necessarily. While a quantitative background is beneficial, successful s
tudents
have a willingness to build foundational skills in statistics and programming during the program. We look for analytical thinking and problem-solving aptitude over a specific m
ajor
.
Graduates typically move into roles such as Data Scientist, Machine Learning Engineer, or Data Analyst across industries like technology, healthcare, finance, and e-commerce. K
nox offers
career coaching, networking events, and capstone projects to help bridge the gap from classroom to employment.
The curriculum focuses on industry-standard tools to ensure you are job-ready. You will primarily learn Python for data manipulation and machine learning, along with SQL for database querying and R for statistical analysis. Opportunities exist to learn to use essential platforms like Git for version control, Tableau and Power BI for data visualization, and cloud platforms (AWS) for deploying models.
Let’s crunch the numbers.
Questions about financial aid and scholarships, research opportunities, or internship opportunities? Just ask!
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