From Data to Solutions
Master of Analytics
No. 1 Public University
No. 3 Graduate Program
No. 3 Engineering College
In our immersive 12-month program, complemented by a strategic summer internship, Berkeley Analytics students emerge at the forefront of industry; leveraging their advanced data-driven analytical methods and leading-edge quantitative tools to become powerful decision-makers who create innovative solutions across diverse industries.
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About the Program
Location
The Master of Analytics program is an in-person program with all coursework taking place in Berkeley, California in the San Francisco Bay Area, USA. The Bay Area is home to Silicon Valley, San Francisco, and the world's leading technology companies.
Program Timeline
SUMMER
50 hour Python Intensive
FALL SEMESTER
Core Analytical Methods Courses
SPRING SEMESTER
Elective Courses + Analytics Lab
SUMMER
Internship (200 hours)
Latest Methods for Decision Making
The Master of Analytics program teaches students the latest methods for data-driven decision making using tools such as:
Data Analysis
Optimization
Risk Modeling
Simulation
The Industry
These skills are used to solve complex business and industry problems in areas such as:
Pricing and Finance
Scheduling
Risk Management
Logistics & Supply Chain
Human Resources
Operations Management
IEOR
The Berkeley Master of Analytics program is offered by the Department of Industrial Engineering & Operations Research. At Berkeley IEOR, we expand the frontiers of optimization, stochastics, and data science, enabling transformative decision analytics and technologies to solve grand challenges in transportation, supply chains, healthcare, energy, robotics, finance, and risk management.
Analytics is an enabling degree, bridging Operations Research and Industrial Engineering with crucial data skills.
#3 ranked IEOR Graduate Program in the U.S. (US News)
Operations Research
Operations Research refers to theory and methods for decision-making through data analysis, optimization, risk modeling, and simulation.
Industrial Engineering
Industrial Engineering includes design, analysis, and efficient operation of industrial and business systems. These can be applied in areas such as logistics & supply chains, service operations, capacity planning, pricing, risk management, scheduling, financing, and human resources.

High Demand for Analytics Talent
In January 2017, there were 2.35 million Analytics and Data Science job postings in the US:
- 500k+ in Finance and Insurance
- 690k+ in Information
- 500k+ in Professional, Scientific and Technical Services
- 230k+ in Manufacturing
- 100k+ in Retail/Trade
- 100k+ in Healthcare and Social Assistance
Of these job postings 67% were in Analytics and 33% were in Data Science.1
1PricewaterhouseCoopers Job Market Report, 2017
Job Openings: Data Science vs. Analytics

Future Graduate Titles
- Business Intelligence Analyst
- Data Analyst
- Data Engineer
- Data Scientist
- Machine Learning Engineer
- Operations Analyst
- Supply Chain Engineer
- Quantitative Analyst
Curriculum
4 units practicum, 26 units coursework, and a comprehensive exam
- Python boot camp (50 hours / 0 units)
- INDENG 215 Analysis and Design of Databases (3 units)
- INDENG 240 Optimization Analytics (3 units)
- INDENG 241 Risk Modeling, Simulation, and Data Analysis (3 units)
- INDENG 242A Machine Learning & Data Analytics (4 units)
- INDENG 243 Analytics Lab (project course with Python, optimization & simulation) (4 units)
*MAnalytics students will take a comprehensive exam based on INDENG 240 and INDENG 241. The exam will be administered during the RRR week of the Fall semester (the last instruction week of the semester).
* Subject to availability. Please note this is a full list of approved Analytics courses offered in Spring 2024; however, course offerings may change from year to year.
- INDENG 221 Introduction to Financial Engineering
- INDENG 222 Financial Engineering Systems I
- INDENG 223 Financial Engineering Systems II
- INDENG 230 Economics of Supply Chains
- INDENG 242B Machine Learning and Data Analytics II
- INDENG C253 Supply Chain and Logistics Management
- INDENG 256 Healthcare Analytics
- INDENG 266 Network Flows and Graphs
- Summer internship (4 unit course / 200 hours)
Learning Goals Include:
Agile Analytics Development
Technical Communication
Project Presentation
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Application Deadline
Monday, January 8, 2024, 8:59pm PST
Application Process
Please read the Graduate Division webpages on admission requirements and policies. If you received or are a candidate to receive your undergraduate degree from an institution outside the United States, you will need to also read the section on International Applicants.
The application process is entirely electronic. Please do not mail any documents to the IEOR department. Materials mailed to the IEOR department will not be considered in the application review.
An application will only be considered complete and reviewable if all application materials are submitted electronically by the deadline and all letters of recommendation and official test scores have been received and verified. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed.
Important Deadlines for Fall 2024 Admissions
- Wednesday, September 13, 2023
- Applications open.
- Monday, January 8, 2024, 8:59 p.m. PST
- Deadline to submit the online application. The online application portal will not allow applications to be submitted after this deadline. Ensure that your Resume/CV, Statement of Purpose, Personal Statement, Audio/Visual, and transcripts are complete when you submit the application, as these cannot be updated after submission. To guarantee that your application will be reviewed, please submit all required materials by the deadline.
- Deadline for official GRE scores (and official TOEFL scores, if applicable) to be received in UC Berkeley’s application system. Keep in mind that GRE and TOEFL score reports typically take 10-15 days to be verified in UC Berkeley’s application system after they are sent to UC Berkeley. Please plan accordingly. The IEOR department will not take requests to verify GRE and TOEFL score reports after January 10, 2024, and we cannot guarantee that GRE and TOEFL scores verified after this date will be reviewed with your application.
- Deadline for 3 letters of recommendation to be uploaded to UC Berkeley’s application system by the recommenders. We cannot guarantee that letters of recommendation uploaded after January 10, 2024 will be reviewed with your application.
Application Requirements
Note: Application materials can be submitted independently and in any order.
- You must submit an application fee when you apply. The application fee is not refundable. If you are a U.S. citizen or current permanent resident, the application fee is $135; for all others, the fee is $155.
- There are three ways in which you may qualify for an application fee waiver:
- Berkeley IEOR is automatically waiving the Master of Analytics, MS IEOR, or PhD IEOR application fee for applicants who identify as: 1) current undergraduate students and alumni of UC Berkeley or 2) current undergraduate students and alumni of a University of California or California State University institution and are considered a California resident for tuition purposes.
- The application fee waiver is available only to applicants who hold, or will hold, a bachelor's degree or higher from one of the eligible universities noted and meet eligibility at the planned time of enrollment. Visiting scholars and non-degree seeking students are not eligible.
- Please complete and submit your application by the Monday, January 8, 2024 deadline in order to have your application fee waived. This process will happen automatically, on or around the application deadline, based on the undergraduate university information listed in your application. Select the credit card option, but do not pay. Submit your application by the January 8 deadline, but do not pay. Your application will be credited for payment on or soon after January 8.
- Graduate Division Application Fee Waiver Request:
- U.S. citizens or current permanent residents who can demonstrate financial need or who have participated in certain programs are eligible to apply for a Graduate Division application fee waiver.
- Request waiver here.
- Berkeley IEOR Application Fee Waiver Request:
- This Berkeley IEOR Application Fee Waiver Request applies only to the Fall 2024 application cycle.
- Complete the Berkeley IEOR Application Fee Waiver Request form ONLY if you do not qualify for the Graduate Division Application Fee Waiver - applicants should first review Graduate Division's Application Fee Waiver eligibility before proceeding to review Berkeley IEOR Application Fee Waiver eligibility.
- Applicants must meet at least one of the criteria listed to be eligible for a Berkeley IEOR Application Fee Waiver and must not be eligible for Graduate Division’s application fee waivers.
- Please complete the Berkeley IEOR Application Fee Waiver Request form before submitting your application. We will review requests within 5 business days and provide next steps via email. Please do not submit your application until you receive a decision; we will not be processing application fee reimbursements. Please complete and submit the Berkeley IEOR Application Fee Waiver Request form no later than January 1, 2024, 8:59 pm PT to provide the 5 business day review time.
- Request waiver here.
- Berkeley IEOR is automatically waiving the Master of Analytics, MS IEOR, or PhD IEOR application fee for applicants who identify as: 1) current undergraduate students and alumni of UC Berkeley or 2) current undergraduate students and alumni of a University of California or California State University institution and are considered a California resident for tuition purposes.
- You may only apply to one degree program at UC Berkeley per admission cycle.
- Please remember to submit your application. Complete but unsubmitted applications will not be reviewed. Please note that the online application portal will not allow applications to be submitted after the application deadline.
- For more information, visit: Online Application & Application Fee
We require a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution or recognized equivalent and sufficient undergraduate education for graduate work in your chosen field.
- Undergraduate-level courses in 1) linear algebra and 2) probability or statistics
- UC Berkeley equivalent courses:
- Linear algebra: MATH 54, STAT 89A
- Probability: STAT 134, STAT C140, IND ENG 172, EECS 126
- Statistics: STAT 135, IND ENG 165
- A minimum of one course in linear algebra and one course in probability or statistics is required for admission.
- It is recommended that linear algebra and probability or statistics courses are completed by the spring semester before the intended admission term; however, having prerequisites successfully completed at the time of application increases the competitiveness of the application. Online and/or extension courses from accredited colleges/universities are acceptable.
- UC Berkeley equivalent courses:
- Fluency in a computer programming language
- Fluency in a computer programming language is recommended by the intended admission term; however, fluency at the time of application increases the competitiveness of the application.
- Completing programming coursework at an accredited institution is preferred, but you can take coursework and/or submit certificates from other programs, such as Lynda, EdX, or Coursera.
- Programming coursework information can be included and uploaded (if applicable) with the application. Do not include coursework from programs such as Lynda, EdX, or Coursera in the Academic History section of the application. Instead, please list this information on your resume and add coursework information and/or certificates to your transcript upload.
- Graduate Division requires a satisfactory scholastic average, with a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 on a 4.0-scale.
- Applicants must report their GPA as it reads on their transcript.
- International students do not need to convert their grades to the 4.0 system.
- The GRE is the only test accepted.
- There is no minimum score required.
- If the exam is taken more than once, the most recent score report will be reviewed.
- We accept valid scores from GRE tests that are offered officially through ETS. Applicants are able to take the Home Edition of the exam.
- Please send the official scores to Berkeley at institution code 4833. Please do not send them to the IEOR department. Note that a “department” code is not required for your GRE scores to be matched to your online application.
- Only tests taken within the past 5 years are acceptable. For Fall 2024 admissions, tests taken before June 2019 will not be accepted. Tests must also be taken by the application deadline, January 8, 2024.
- Once your application is submitted, you may check the status of your scores on your online application status page. When the scores are matched they will show as “verified.” GRE score reports take 10-15 days to be verified in UC Berkeley’s application system after they are sent to UC Berkeley. If the scores are not verified by January 10, 2024, the scores may not be reviewed with your application. Note that for scores to be verified, it helps if you set up your Berkeley application account using the same name (including spaces) that you use when you register for the exam. It’s also helpful if your GRE registration email address matches the one you use for your Berkeley application.
- UC Berkeley current undergraduates and alumni applying to the IEOR department who earned or will earn their UC Berkeley bachelor’s degree with a 3.5 or higher cumulative GPA are not required to submit GRE scores with their application.
- For more information, visit: Graduate Record Examination (GRE)
- For information regarding TOEFL exemption, please visit here.
- Please send the official score to Berkeley at institution code 4833. Please do not send it to the IEOR department.
- If the exam is taken more than once, the most recent score report will be reviewed.
- The minimum score is 90 for the internet-based test (iBT) and 570 for the paper-based test (PBT).
- Only exams taken within the past 2 years are acceptable. For Fall 2024 admissions, exams taken before June 2022 will not be accepted. Exams must also be taken by the application deadline, January 8, 2024.
- The International English Language Testing System (IELTS) is the only acceptable substitute. The minimum acceptable score is 7 on a 9-point scale on your most recent exam. Only tests taken within the past two years are acceptable. Note that other tests, such as the TOEIC, are not acceptable.
- Once your application is submitted, you may check the status of your scores on your online application status page. When the scores are matched they will show as “verified.” TOEFL score reports take 10-15 days to be verified in UC Berkeley’s application system after they are sent to UC Berkeley. If the scores are not verified by January 10, 2024, the scores may not be reviewed with your application. Note that for scores to be verified, it helps if you set up your Berkeley application account using the same name (including spaces) that you use when you register for the exam. It’s also helpful if your TOEFL registration email address matches the one you use for your Berkeley application.
- For more information, visit: Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL)
- Letters of recommendation provide the admissions committee with third party, qualitative accounts of your potential for success in our program.
- We require three letters of recommendation from all applicants.
- We strongly prefer that letters of recommendation come from a current direct supervisor, former direct supervisor, faculty, or other individuals with whom you have had significant professional interaction. Please select individuals who know you well and who will take the time to write thorough and thoughtful letters on your behalf. The title of those you select is not important. What does matter is how closely your letter writers have worked with you and whether they can attest to your value as an employee or student, your professional accomplishments, and your personal qualities. We have found the most helpful letters to be recent, relevant, and written specifically for this application. We discourage letters of recommendation from subordinates, family, or friends.
- When completing the online application, you will enter the email addresses of your recommenders and click the appropriate box to have the recommenders upload their letters. You are responsible for ensuring that the letters of recommendations are submitted by your recommenders. We cannot guarantee that letters of recommendation uploaded after January 10, 2024 will be reviewed with your application.
- For more information, visit: Letters of Recommendation
- The Statement of Purpose is your "academic statement" and should convey why you are interested in the program, what you will contribute to the program, and what you plan to do after the program.
- This essay should include the following:
- Academic and research experiences
- Publications and/or presentations
- Internship or employment opportunities you have had
- Your motivation and interests in the program, including your professional objectives, research interests, areas of specialization, etc.
- Additional contributions to your program of study: Let us know how your experience has led to the perfect fit for this program. Are there specific IEOR faculty you want to work with? Why are you choosing this program at UC Berkeley specifically?
- Be concise; an ideal essay should say everything it needs to with brevity. Approximately 500 to 1000 well-selected words (1-2 single space pages in 12 point font) is better than more words with less clarity and poor organization.
- For more information, visit: Statement of Purpose
- The Personal History statement should provide insight to you as a person and any personal experiences that have influenced you to apply for graduate studies in IEOR. Take this opportunity to write about your personal goals, dreams, and what motivates you towards your degree and objectives. Remember to be authentic in your essay, as we want to hear your voice and perspective.
- Discuss how your personal background informs your decision to pursue a graduate degree. This statement can also include any obstacles or barriers that you have overcome during your educational career or any social or community projects/programs with which you have worked.
- Please include any of the following information:
- Educational, familial, cultural, economic, or social experiences, challenges, or opportunities relevant to your academic journey
- How you might contribute to social or cultural diversity within your chosen field
- How you might serve educationally underrepresented segments of society with your degree
- Be concise; an ideal essay should say everything it needs to with brevity. Approximately 500 to 1000 well-selected words (1-2 single space pages in 12 point font) is better than more words with less clarity and poor organization.
- For more information, visit: Personal Statement
- For the application review process, upload a current transcript from every post-secondary school you have attended, including community colleges, summer sessions, and extension programs. Full academic disclosure is required. Transcripts and other required academic records should be uploaded, in PDF format, with the online application. Do not mail transcripts or other academic records to our office at the time of application. Materials mailed to the IEOR department will not be considered in the application review. Also, for the application review process, do not send updated transcripts via mail or email after you have submitted your application.
- Official transcripts are preferred. Upload both the front and back of each page of official transcripts, making sure to include the institution grading scale or transcript legend. This is especially important if the institution does not follow the traditional U.S. 4.0-scale.
- Transcripts must include on each page the name of the institution and your full name, and they should chronologically list all classes and grades.
- If your academic records do not include official evidence of the award of your degree, you must also submit additional documents that verify the degree conferral, such as a diploma or degree certificate.
- International applicants: Academic records should be issued in the original language and accompanied by English translations (usually prepared by your university or Ministry of Education, unless the institution issues original documents in English). English translations are required for all languages; degree names and grades should be transliterated, not converted into English words or the U.S. letter grades of A-F. If your home institution does not issue documents in English, you may submit translations prepared by certified translators from the American Translators Association.
- The IEOR department does not require official transcripts at the time of submitting the application.
- If an offer of admission is made, applicants will be required to send to the Graduate Division the official paper documents for verification. Offers will not be considered final until the Graduate Division has received the official documents that match the uploaded record. In general, records or transcripts must be issued by the institution and include the institution’s stamp or embossed seal and the signature of the authorizing official. Official electronic transcripts sent directly by the institution are accepted.
- If you have received or will receive your bachelor’s degree from UC Berkeley, official UC Berkeley transcripts with evidence of degree conferral will not be required if admitted.
- For more information, visit: Transcripts
- Upload your resume so that the admissions committee may gain a more in-depth understanding about your academic and professional experiences.
- We value a diversity of backgrounds and accept candidates with a wide range of experiences. The admissions committee is not looking at quantity but rather the quality, range, and substance of your experiences.
- Although work experience is not required for admission, we want to know about your professional, internship, and research experiences.
- Treat your resume like a snapshot of your experiences, and then use your essays to delve deeper. Here are some tips for writing your resume:
- Be organized: Remember to be clear and concise with your resume. A resume should not exceed 1-2 pages and should be organized, ideally chronologically.
- Be to the point: Outline your experiences in a well-written (no acronyms) and succinct way that accounts honestly for your accomplishments. You do not need to elaborate on each position held on your resume. Your Statement of Purpose will allow you to dive deeper into these experiences and where you plan to go from here.
- Show clear advancement towards your goals: Your resume should highlight your career progression. Showcase a timeline from the beginning to now. Remember, your Statement of Purpose will fill in where you plan to go from here.
- Please upload a 1-2 minute video or audio file on the Audio/Visual page answering the following prompt: Tell us what characteristics and qualities you have gained through professional, organizational and/or community experience(s) that have prepared you for a career in Analytics.
- Tips:
- Keep your A/V short and straightforward: Be concise in your audio/visual recording. Collect your thoughts and aim to answer the prompt. You want to make sure your viewer does not miss any important information you wish to convey.
- Speak with confidence and enthusiasm: Speaking clearly and confidently will help maintain viewer engagement and help you convey your message.
- Be aware of your environment when recording: If you are submitting a video recording, feel free to be creative with your environment, record on campus, create an exciting background, and/or work with your lighting. Whether working with visual or audio, be mindful of your environment to ensure you have little to no disturbances that could distract from your voice and, most importantly, your message. Remember, your answer to the prompt is what will be reviewed.
- Capture and upload the best possible quality: If recording a video, please make sure your recording device is placed around your eye level. To avoid (or reduce) "shaky cam," keep the recording device stationery while filming. NOTE: It is ideal for the highest quality video to film on a smartphone, as it doesn't rely so heavily on specific software. Remember, you will not be evaluated on the quality of your video.
- Be yourself!
Status Check
After submitting your application, you may check the status of the materials received, processed, and/or verified (fee waivers, test scores, and letters of recommendation) and an admission decision within the university application system.
We ask that applicants do not contact the department to request a status check. Please see the list above for materials required for an application to be considered complete. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed.
Decision Notification
If your application is successful, the IEOR department will notify you that you have been recommended for admission. Only the Dean of the Graduate Division can offer official admission. You have not been officially admitted until you have received the official admission letter from the Dean.
Admission decisions will be released by the beginning of April.
If you have received a fellowship offer, you will be receiving a separate email announcing your award details.
Denied Students
The admission committee conducts a holistic and thorough review of each application. We are unable to offer specific reasons for denial. While we do not want to deny applicants admission to Berkeley, our graduate program is competitive with generally more qualified applications received than allotted slots for new students.
Admitted Students
Applicants receiving an admission offer who would like to accept should review the Accepting Your Offer of Admission guide from the Graduate Division. This webpage details the steps necessary to complete the three required forms online: the Statement of Intention to Register Form, Statement of Legal Residence Form, and the Non-Immigrant Information Form (for non-US citizens).
We encourage applicants who have received an offer of admission to submit the Statement of Intent to Register as soon as they have decided on a graduate program and no later than April 15th.
After a student accepts an offer of admission, the student will begin to receive information regarding registration, orientation, and the I-20 (for international students).
We kindly ask that all admitted students inform us of their intention to attend (accept or decline).
Deferring Admission
Admitted students who have accepted their admission offer may request for their application to be deferred to the following fall term by emailing the IEOR Graduate Student Services staff with the following information:
- Name
- Student ID
- Reason for deferral
If the department approves, a deferral recommendation will be forwarded to the Graduate Division. The Graduate Division will then review and issue a final decision on the deferral application.
For more information about the program, see the IEOR Graduate Student Handbook and the Guide to Graduate Policy.
Please also view the information about tuition, costs, and financial aid.
Is this program STEM-designated?
Yes.
What is the difference between data science and analytics?
Data science and analytics although being interconnected in their fundamental resource, data, each have different goals.
Data science focuses on big data and tackles challenges in data storage, retrieval, cleansing, preparation, mining, visualization, privacy, ethics, and analysis. Data scientists create and leverage algorithms to collect and shape large-scale raw data into something that can be more easily understood. Whereas analytics refers to the process and practice of analyzing data to answer questions, extract insights, and translate data into actionable decisions. This is done using an array of tools, techniques, and frameworks. Analytics professionals closely collaborate with data scientists and bridge the gap between data scientists and product/program managers.
In short, data science explores and tests new methods to store, use and interpret data, whereas analytics focuses on creating data-driven solutions to problems.
What is the difference between the Master of Engineering and the Master of Analytics program at UCB? Do any of these require more technical proficiency?
While these two programs share some core technical courses, the IEOR Master of Engineering program prepares students for engineering leadership and offers a curriculum with a balance of management and technical content. On the other hand, the Master of Analytics focuses on building data-driven solutions for industry challenges.
Master of Analytics students begin the program with a 50-hour Python programming language bootcamp, whereas Master of Engineering students begin the program with a pre-semester bootcamp on leadership.
The Analytics program offers elective decision analytics courses with industry context in place of the Master of Engineering leadership courses. The Master of Analytics also offers an Analytics Lab – a project-oriented course for building analytics solutions in teams starting from raw data. IEOR’s Master of Engineering program focuses on engineering leadership.
The Master of Analytics program includes a summer internship to help students gain hands-on experience instead of the two-semester Master of Engineering capstone project.
Both programs have a quantitative curriculum, however, the Master of Engineering program may be a better fit for those more interested in developing leadership skills, while the Master of Analytics program may be a better option for those students with data and quantitative interests along with industry context.
What does the average student profile look like?
Please see our 2023 and 2024 admitted student profiles here.
If I meet the admission criteria, am I automatically admitted?
No. All applications are holistically reviewed by a faculty committee to ensure those recommended for admission can succeed in the program. No applicant is automatically admitted into the program.
Is work experience required for admission to the Master of Analytics program?
No. Work experience is not required for admission to the Analytics program. If you do not have work experience, we will want to know why you are choosing to pursue an Analytics degree at UC Berkeley and we will look for competitive academic records, relevant internships, and clear career goals.
I am not yet ready to apply. What can I do now to prepare for future admission?
We recommend strengthening one’s knowledge in probability and statistics, computer programming, and linear algebra. If you have minimal analytics-oriented background, gaining this knowledge will maximize your learning in the Master of Analytics program.
Is there an interview process?
At this time, there is no plan for an interview. If the admissions committee deems it necessary, they may arrange an interview via Zoom.
Do I need an analytics background to apply to the program? What are common majors that pursue this degree?
Although most applicants generally come from computer science, mathematics, statistics, or engineering majors, the Analytics program application is open to all that meet eligibility requirements. Long-term success in analytics requires both strong quantitative foundations and an interest in data-driven problem-solving. Applicants that are stronger in one area or the other can still be successful in admissions. We will also ensure that all students develop the required skills to start a promising career in data analytics upon completion of our Master of Analytics program.
Is it possible to apply for admission to multiple programs at UC Berkeley?
No. You may only apply to one degree program at UC Berkeley per admission cycle.
Does IEOR accept students with advanced degrees?
Yes, we welcome applications from individuals who have already completed an advanced degree. Our program can help you to transfer the skills you have already developed and apply them to creating data-driven solutions to problems. Please note duplicate degrees (eg: a completed Master of Analytics from another institution) are not permitted.
My GRE/TOEFL score report shows “awaiting” on my application checklist, but I already sent it to 4833. Have you received it?
GRE and TOEFL score reports take 10-15 days to be verified in UC Berkeley’s application system after they are sent to UC Berkeley. If it has been over 15 days and your status still shows “awaiting,” please contact us at gradadmissions-ieor@berkeley.edu, and we will conduct a manual search for your score report. In your email, please include the email address you used to register for the exam, your full name, and your UC Berkeley application reference number. Please note that the IEOR department will not take requests to verify GRE and TOEFL score reports after Wednesday, January 10, 2024.
What would be the criteria in evaluating an application and what is considered in the selection process?
The admissions committee reviews all parts of the application holistically. We seek to identify individuals with strong motivation and academic preparation necessary for successful completion of the program.
Can I take a course from a third-party provider, like Lynda, EdX, or Coursera, to prepare for the programming requirements of this program?
Yes. You can take a certified course and provide it in your application to supplement.
What is the admissions process for international applicants?
International and domestic applications are reviewed equivalently. Non-U.S. citizens/Permanent Residents may need to submit TOEFL or IELTS scores to satisfy UC Berkeley’s English Language Proficiency requirement depending upon the undergraduate institution. We strongly encourage all international applicants to submit application materials early to ensure a complete application by the deadline.
Will I be offered a visa?
Learn more about immigration policy updates from the Berkeley International Office.
Will I qualify for OPT since this is an 11-month program?
Learn more about STEM OPT from the Berkeley International Office.
What is the tuition cost for this program?
Please view the current costs, fees, and financial aid options here.
Are scholarships available?
Scholarships are available on a merit and need basis. You will be reviewed for scholarships based on your application for admission to the program.
Additional funding opportunities are available on the Graduate Division website.
Where can I find the curriculum?
Program curriculum and course descriptions can be found on http://guide.berkeley.edu/
Can I start the program in the winter/spring?
Berkeley’s Analytics program is offered as a summer (August) start only.
Can the program be offered remotely?
At this time, only the pre-semester Python boot camp is offered remotely (online) in July/August. The fall and spring terms of the program are full-time and in-person.
Is the boot camp mandatory?
The Python boot camp is not mandatory for Fall 2024 admitted students who are already fluent in Python programming language, but it is strongly recommended for the majority of students.
Can students take courses outside of IEOR?
Unfortunately, MAnalytics students cannot take courses outside the IEOR department. Unlike the college-wide Master of Engineering program, the Master of Analytics program is run exclusively by the IEOR department, and program fees apply toward courses offered by the IEOR department. Note that additional coursework is available through UC Berkeley Extension, however, this coursework would be an additional cost.
Is part-time study possible?
The Master of Analytics program is a full-time, in-person program.
Can students opt for a capstone project?
No, Analytics students complete a 200-hour industry internship in place of a capstone project.
What resources are available to help students obtain internships and jobs?
Master of Analytics students have access to a wealth of resources on campus to support them in their academic and professional journey. These resources are tailored to guide and advise students through their career search and provide them with opportunities to connect with industry professionals and peers. With a range of events, workshops, and self-guided resources available, students can access all the tools they need to succeed. IEOR Master of Analytics Career Services, Fung Institute for Engineering Leadership, and Cal Career Center are all here to help students reach their goals. Check out our Careers page to see the amazing job placements our students have achieved.
Can we also do an internship while completing degree requirements (i.e. the Python boot camp? core/elective courses)?
It is not recommended due to the brevity and intensity of the program.
What are examples of job titles an Analytics graduate might pursue after graduating?
Analytics professionals hold a range of positions across sectors and industries. They have titles such as Data Analyst, Consulting Analyst, Research Analyst, Business Intelligence Analyst, Revenue Analyst, Customer and Product Data Analyst, Finance and Investment Analyst, Quantitative Analyst, Machine Learning Engineer, Supply Chain Engineer, and Software Engineer.
You can find a list of recent IEOR alumni job placements here.