This document summarizes an information session for graduate programs in Data Science and Cybersecurity at the University of Denver. It provides an overview of why students should consider Denver and DU, details of the programs including curriculum, careers, admissions requirements, costs and application deadlines. Contact information is provided for admissions, financial aid and to ask additional questions.

1. Thursday, November 11, 2021
6:00 – 7:00 PM MT

2. Introductions
Dr. Bruce Harmon, Faculty Director of Professional Programs
Kathryn Walsh, Graduate Student Ambassador, 2nd year
student in MS in Cybersecurity program.
Kevin Alt, Graduate Admissions Counselor of Professional
Programs

3. Why Denver?
COLORADO
• #1 Economy in the United States (U.S.
News and World Report)
• #2 Best State to Find a Job (WalletHub)
• Home to 10 Fortune 500 Companies’
DENVER
• #3 Best Places to Live (US News and
World Report)
• #4 Best Place for Business and Careers
(Forbes)

4. Why University of Denver?
University of Denver
• New $65 million state-of-the-art Ritchie School
• Ranked #80 in National Universities - US News & World Report
• Home to students and faculty from over 80 different countries around the globe
• Recognized as a Center for Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense by the National
Security Agency and Department of Homeland Security

5. Data Science
• 650% Growth in Data Scientist Roles since 2012 – LinkedIn
• 2.7 million new jobs by 2028 – Glassdoor
• #1 Ranking of Best Jobs – Indeed
• $115,000 median base salary for Data Scientists in the US – Glassdoor
• “Sexiest Job” of 21st century – Harvard Business Journal
Cybersecurity
• 3.5 million cybersecurity openings globally – Cybersecurity Ventures
• 350 thousand unfilled jobs in US - NIST
• $99,000 median base salary for Information Security Analysts
• 31% Job Growth by 2029 – U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics

6. Overview of the Programs
• Bridge Courses available to provide foundation
• Bridge courses will be taken first two quarters
• Option to test out of bridge courses for those with a computer
science background
• Program Length 18-24 Months (depending on bridge courses)
• Fall Start Date: Classes start September 12, 2022
• Classes held on campus after 5 PM on weeknights to accommodate
working professionals
• Full and part-time enrollment options available

7. Data Science
Bridge
COMP 3005: Computer Science Programming Basics
COMP 3007: Calculus for Data Science
COMP 3008: Discrete Math & Linear Algebra for Data Science
Master’s
Curriculum
COMP 3006: Python Software Development
COMP 3421: Intro to Database Management Systems
COMP 4334: Parallel & Distributed Computing for Data Science
COMP 4431: Data Mining
COMP 4432: Machine Learning
COMP 4433: Data Visualization
COMP 4441: Introduction for Probability and Statistics for Data Science
COMP 4442: Advanced Probability and Statistics 2
COMP 4447: Data Science Tools 1
COMP 4448: Data Science Tools 2
COMP 4449: Capstone Project in Data Science
COMP 4581: Algorithms for Data Science

8. Cybersecurity
Bridge
COMP 3003: Computer Organization
COMP 3004: Discrete Structures
COMP 3005: Computer Science Programming Basics
Master’s
Curriculum
COMP 3006: Python Software Development
COMP 3356: Introductory C/C++ Programming
COMP 3361: Operating Systems
COMP 3731: Computer Forensics
COMP 4455: Shell Scripting and Systems Tools
COMP 4384: Secure Software Engineering
COMP 4621: Computer Networking
COMP 4721: Computer Security
COMP 4722: Network Security
COMP 4723: Ethical Hacking
COMP 4732: Human-Centered Data Security and Privacy
COMP 4799: Capstone Project

9. • Job Titles: Data Scientist, Data analyst, Data engineering,
Machine learning engineer/scientist, Statistician
• FAANG: Facebook, Apple, Amazon, Netflix, Google
• Artificial Intelligence in Practice by Bernard Marr
• 50 specific companies actively deploying AI
• Salesforce, IBM, Harley-Davidson, Huawei, Alibaba, Baidu,
Microsoft, Uber, Lyft, Tencent, Coca Cola, Kimberly Clark,
Samsung, Starbucks, Disney, Walmart, LinkedIn, Twitter, Xiami,
Verizon, Viacom, American Express, Master Card, Hopper,
Elsevier, BMW, …
Careers in Data Science

10. Careers in Cybersecurity
• Job Titles: Incident Responder, Security Analyst, Info
Security Engineer, Threat Intelligence Analyst
• The University of Denver is a recognized Center for
Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense by the National
Security Agency and Department of Homeland
Security
• National Security Agency, Department of Homeland
Security, US Military, Federal and State governments,
Bank of America, Xcel, Visa…

11. Career Services
• Career and professional development offered
through DU’s Career Services
• Career fairs on campus
• Your professors if they allow
• GitHub repositories are encouraged and
sometimes required
• Kaggle competitions are encouraged
• Internships?
• Capstone Project

12. Data Science
• Charter Communications -
Spectrum
• Colorado School of Mines
• Electronic Arts-EA
• ICATT
• Insight Global, LLC
• Kax Technologies
• S&P Global
• ToolCASE LLc
• Vail Resorts
• Graduate School
Cybersecurity
• Applied Trust
• DarkOwl Cybersecurity
• L2NL
• Level 3 Communications
• Lockheed Martin
• Pronghorn Solutions
• QualitrolTech, Inc
• TruKno (Truth through Knowledge)
• TTEC
• Xcel Energy
• Graduate School
DU Graduates

13. Majors
Economics
Applied Quantitative Finance
Biological Sciences
Business Administration
Business Administration
Computer Engineering
Computer Information Systems
Computer Science
Computer Science and
Engineering
Cybersecurity
Electrical Engineering
Information Systems
Management
Information Technology
Neuroscience
Physics
Math
Social work
Telecommunications
Average
Age
28.35
Cybersecurity Students

14. Data Science Students
Average
Age
29.02

15. Application Requirements
• Online Application Form
• $65 Application Fee – Waived for attending webinar
• Unofficial Transcripts
• NO GRE SCORE REQUIRED
• 2-3 Recommendations
• Personal Statement
• Resume
• Proof of Degree (International Students)
• TOEFL/IELTS/CAE/Duolingo (Non-Native Speakers of English)
• GRE/TOEFL/Duolingo are now available online

16. Additional Application Details
• Personal Statement (300-800 words) The
statement should include information concerning
your life, education, practical experience, special
interests and specific purpose for applying to the
University of Denver.
• Transcripts (unofficial okay to apply, but will
eventually need official)

17. Minimum Requirements
• Bachelor’s Degree from a Regionally Accredited Institution (or International Equivalent)
• Minimum GPA of 2.5 on 4.0 Scale
• English Language Proficiency (Non-Native Speakers of English regardless of citizenship)
• TOEFL minimum score 80 IBT or 550 paper-based
• IELTS minimum score 6.0
• CAE minimum score 169
• Duolingo minimum score 105
• Computer Science Background Not Required!

19. Fall 2022
Priority deadline: May 16, 2022
Final submission deadline: August 15, 2022
Application Deadline

20. Cost of Attendance*
• The MS in Cybersecurity program is 48-60 credits depending on bridge classes
and the tuition cost of the program is $744 per credit hour with the total being
between $35,712-44,640.
• The MS in Data Science program is 48-60 credits depending on bridge classes
and the tuition cost of the program is $1,089 per credit hour with the total being
between $52,272-65,340.
• Federal student loans available to domestic students
• As tuition is already reduced for all admitted students, we do not provide additional
financial aid or assistantships
• Cost of Attendance
• *2022-2023 cost has not been finalized

21. COVID-19
• Classes are being held on campus
• While we cannot prevent every COVID-19 infection, we are confident
we can mitigate the spread by implementing several tactics: Testing,
contract tracings, symptom monitoring and prevention.
• New COVID website
• FAQs

22. Student Ambassador
Speak with a current
student
Kathryn Walsh
Schedule a call

23. Custom Viewbook
Create your own personalized
Custom Viewbook for your additional
questions.

24. Financial Aid
Mailing address:
University Hall Room 255
2197 S. University Blvd.
Denver, Colorado 80210
E-mail:
finaid@du.edu
Phone:
(303) 871-4020
Web:
www.du.edu/financialaid
FAFSA code:
001371
Hours:
Monday-Friday
8:00AM – 4:30PM
FAFSA:
https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-
for-aid/fafsa
Grants and Scholarships:
https://www.du.edu/admission-
aid/financial-aid-
scholarships/graduate-financial-
aid/types-aid/grants-scholarships

25. Questions
Kevin.alt@du.edu
Ready to apply?
gradadmissions.du.edu/apply/
MS in Data Science Website
ritchieschool.du.edu/datascience
MS in Data Science Online Website
ritchieonline.du.edu
MS in Cybersecurity Website
https://ritchieschool.du.edu/academics-education/gr-programs/ms-
cybersecurity
Ritchie School Virtual Visits Website
https://ritchieschool.du.edu/admission-aid/virtual-visits
Resources

26. Helpful Links
Online Resources
Virtual Visits
DU’s OPT (Optional Practical Training) Info
https://www.du.edu/isss/employment/opti
onal-practical-training.html
Campus Tours
https://www.du.edu/admission-
aid/undergraduate/visit
DU’s English Language Proficiency
Requirements
TOEFL
TOEFL
Online TOEFL
IELTS
IELTS
Duolingo
Duolingo

27. Additional Links
Graduate Admissions
gradinfo@du.edu
303-871-2706
International Student & Scholar Services
isss@du.edu
303-871-7912
Veteran Services
veterans@du.edu
303-871-4831
Academic Year Calendar 2020-2021
Health and Counseling Center
info@hcc.du.edu
303-871-2205
Office of Registrar
registrar@du.edu
303-871-4095
English Language Center
elc@du.edu
303-871-3075
Career Services

28. Q&A