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Data Science

The modern economy runs on data. Earning a bachelor’s degree in data science from LVC is the key to many fulfilling and exciting careers, from medical science to shopping analytics. To succeed, organizations and medical sciences must have tools to collect and organize data, then build software systems that apply models to that data to find patterns and make informed predictions about the future. Our Data Science Program develops technical expertise while also emphasizing flexibility and foundational skills that will enable you to adapt to new technologies and paradigms long after graduation.

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The LVC Data Science Program leverages the faculty’s decades-long expertise in mathematics, actuarial science, and computer science. Along the way, students learn to use industry-standard tools for collecting and managing data. The result is an interdisciplinary major that prepares graduates to take jobs in this rapidly growing field.

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A Forward-Thinking DS Degree for the New Data Economy

Students in LVC’s Data Science major build a strong foundation in math, stats, and coding–skills that open doors to a wide range of data-driven careers. They explore machine learning and artificial intelligence techniques to build software systems trained to use data to see patterns that humans cannot.

Data science powers the tools behind artificial intelligence, machine learning, and predictive analytics. Here are a few everyday examples of how it’s being used today:

Programs that help doctors spot signs of disease in MRI scans earlier and more accurately
Shopping apps that recommend products based on what people like and buy
Smart robots that organize warehouses to save time and money
Self-driving car systems that learn from experience to drive more safely
Finance tools that use current trends to help businesses make smarter decisions

36%

expected job growth for data scientists, 2023-33 (Bureau of Labor Statistics)

$108,020

median annual wage for data scientists in 2023 (BLS)

4th-fastest

growing career, 2023–33

Career Opportunities

Graduates of data science programs are equipped with the analytical, technical, and critical thinking skills needed to turn complex data into meaningful insights. Whether supporting business decisions, advancing healthcare research, or building predictive models, they enter a field filled with opportunities to drive innovation and solve real-world problems across industries.

Data Analyst
Data Scientist
Business Analyst
Machine Learning Engineer
Quantitative Analyst
Statistician
Operations Analyst

Marketing Analyst
Risk Analyst
Data Visualization Specialist
Research Analyst
Product Analyst
Financial Analyst
Healthcare Data Analyst

Choose Your Focus: Data Science Major

Are you more interested in the programming side of things? Find the theory particularly engaging? Do you want to focus on business analytics and risk assessment? We’ve designed our data science major to be combined with our computer science, mathematics, or actuarial science majors in flexible ways, providing students with the ability to customize their program. What’s more, we’ve built the program so that you can decide on these combinations in your first couple of years at LVC and still finish with what you want on time.

Computer Science

Mathematics

Actuarial Science

In Their Words

Practical Experience

I majored in Data Science to strengthen my analytical skills; the program provides practical experience with real data and equips me with the tools necessary for making data-driven decisions, which complements my other major perfectly.

Rylie Peiffer ’26, Actuarial Science and Data Science double major

Well-Rounded Curriculum

I chose to major in Data Science so I could take raw data and present it in a form that is understandable and useful to anyone. I like that LVC’s program teaches a proper mix of technical skills and real-world applications leading to a well-rounded curriculum.

Ethan Dailey ’24, Actuarial Specialist, Aon

Be Prepared

I chose Data Science at LVC because I knew that it would give me the skills to prepare me for everything from internships and my career path to actuarial exams for my other major. My favorite part about the program is the professors; everyone is incredibly welcoming and wants you to succeed.

Hunter Walker ’25, Data Science, Actuarial Science, and Mathematics Triple Major