School of Data, Computing & Mathematics

Build Skills for What’s Now...and What's Next

The School of Data, Computing and Mathematics prepares undergraduate and graduate students for careers in today’s fastest-growing fields, including computer science, data science, mathematics, cybersecurity and analytics. Through hands-on projects, real-world problem solving and close faculty support, students gain the technical and professional skills to succeed in a changing job market.

Learn Through Real Experience

Students work with current tools, applied research and industry-informed coursework that connects directly to careers. From internships and professional partnerships to flexible pathways into graduate study, every program is designed to help students turn classroom learning into real opportunity.

Data Masters Challenge

Put your skills to the test in the annual Data Masters Challenge, where students compete to solve a data-driven challenge and have their work evaluated by industry professionals.

Explore the Data Masters Challenge

Ignatian Scholarship Day

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Share your research and scholarly work with the Canisius community during Ignatian Scholarship Day, an annual celebration showcasing student scholarship across the university.

Industry & Community Projects

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Work on real-world challenges with businesses, nonprofits, and community organizations. Students gain hands-on experience applying what they learn while developing skills they can carry into their careers.

Explore Industry Partner Projects

Undergraduate Programs

Graduate Programs

CCADE
The Canisius Center for Analytics and Data Ecosystems is home to Canisius programs in data science, analytics, and cybersecurity.

4+1 Programs - Earn Your Bachelor's and Master's Degrees in Five Years 

Through our accelerated track, you can earn both a bachelor's and master's degrees in just five years. Learn need-to-know skills and get hands-on experiences in this in-demand field while saving time and money on your education.

Why Choose a 4+1 Pathway?

Accelerated Timeline: Start taking graduate-level courses as an undergraduate, reducing the time required to earn your master's degree.

Cost Savings: Benefit from undergraduate tuition rates for graduate courses taken as an undergraduate, making advanced education more affordable and cost-effective.

Prepare for What's Next

Programs in the School of Data, Computing & Mathematics prepare students with the technical, analytical and problem-solving skills needed across a wide range of careers. Our graduates put these skills to work in fields ranging from technology and cybersecurity to data analytics, business, research and beyond.

Did you know the job market for data professionals is one of the strongest?

Employment of data scientists is projected to grow by 36% from 2023 to 2033, which far outpaces the average for other occupations according to Precedent Research. 

Statistician careers are projected to rise significantly through 2030, with a current median annual salary of roughly $96,280, according to JobsInSports.com. 

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"Canisius helped prepare me for the real world"
Emily L.- Treasury Quantitative Manager at M&T Bank. Bachelor's in Computer Science, Master's in Data Analytics