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What is Finance + Data Science?

The finance profession has a strong affinity for data science. It has a strong quantitative orientation and uses evidence-based approach to decision-making.

Digital technology and the data generated by that technology are transforming our society. Businesses and consumers are looking for ways to harness the power of data to improve the lives of citizens across the globe. Exciting opportunities emerge daily.

By combining training finance fundamentals with a data science component, you'll prepare for current issues in the field. This degree will also anticipate opportunities for the future and help you develop into a leader in the finance community.

First-year students need to apply to Business Undeclared for admission consideration to Gies. They then can pursue the Finance + Data Science degree if admitted. Off-campus transfer students cannot directly apply into this program.

Career Options

Financial modeling & research
Data science financial analyst
Data science business intelligence
Quantitative analyst
Risk management analyst
Compliance analyst
Fraud detection
Cost analyst
Asset management
Commercial banking
Corporate finance
Financial consulting
Financial planning
Insurance
Investment banking
Real estate
Sales & trading

Post-Graduation Success¹

100% employed or continuing education

94% employed after graduation

6% attending graduate school

$93,417 average starting annual income

Sample employer destinations: Capital One, PwC, Bain & Company, IBM, Trillium, Bank of America, Phillips 66, BNY Mellon, Kearney, Crowe View All

Sample grad school destinations: Insufficient survey data is available for sample grad school destinations. View All

Program Resources

Gies College of Business Program Webpage Degree Requirements

Review Criteria

First-Year Major-Specific Criteria

Advanced math (AP Calculus, AP Statistics, IB Math, or Dual Credit calculus/statistics) if offered at high school
Commitment to activities, employment, or community involvement
Interest in using business for the greater good

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Transfer Criteria

Transfer Handbook

Graduation & Retention²

3.7 years to degree

96% first-year retention rate

87% four-year graduation rate

92% six-year graduation rate

Annual Program Costs³

Illinois Resident

Tuition: $18,740
Fees: $5,182
Expenses: $19,558
Total: $43,480

Non-Resident

Tuition: $44,340
Fees: $5,182
Expenses:$19,898
Total: $69,420

International

Tuition: $47,800
Fees: $5,182
Expenses: $19,898
Total: $72,880

Related Majors

Accountancy + Data Science - BUS

Astronomy + Data Science - LAS

Business Undeclared - BUS

Finance - BUS

Information Sciences + Data Science - SIS

¹ Post-graduate data was collected through the Illini Success initiative, which primarily relies on self-reported survey data sources. Statistics are aggregated from the past three years. Please note that total compensation may be greater than annual salary as other forms of compensation (e.g., signing bonus, commission, benefits) are not included. For more information on Illini Success data and methods, please visit the Illini Success website. For average wage or salary information five years after entry into an occupation, visit the Post-Secondary Employment Outcomes Explorer.

² Graduation and retention data comes from several majors within a similar interest area. Data may not yet be available for newly created programs. Years-to-degree data is only available for programs from which you can earn a degree. Retention and graduation rates are only available for programs that you can apply directly into. Retention rates reflect retention to the university, not necessarily retention within the major.

³ "Expenses" are estimated and include books, supplies, housing, and other living expenses. The exact amount you’ll pay depends on where you decide to live, the meal plan you choose, and your overall lifestyle. To learn more about costs, please visit the Office of Student Financial Aid website. To learn the average monthly student loan payment over a period of 20 years based on estimated cost, visit the Illinois College2Career website.