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MS in Data Science
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Stony Brook University 
Overview

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Duration

1.5 - 2 years

Tuition & Fees

23.36 Lakh
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Course Level

PG Degree

MS in Data Science
 at 
Stony Brook University 
Fees

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Fees componentsAmount (for 1 year)
Tuition & feesINR 23,36,261
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Fees componentsAmount (for 1 year)
Hostel & MealsINR 15,89,154
InsuranceINR 2,24,664
Info IconCalculated at the exchange rate of 1 USD = INR 88.73 | Tuition & expenses were last updated on 6ᵗʰ March 2025

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MS in Data Science
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Frequently Asked Questions

Q:   What is the student review of the Stony Brook University?
A: 

The Stony Brook University is among the top universities for international students to continue higher education in the USA. The university graduates work for top companies all over the world. Moreover, the graduates are constantly in high demand. According to student's reviews on Shiksha, Stony Brook University has an overall rating of 4.1 stars. Moreover, students have rated Stony Brook University based on various factors that are listed below:

Particulars

Ratings (Out of 5)

Internships

3.7

Part Time Work

3.7

Post Study Jobs

4.2

Quality of Faculty

4.5

Student Life

4.3

Value of Money

4.5

Public Transportation

4.2

Permanent Immigration

3.8

Safety

4.8

Indian Food

3.7

Q:   Is there any scholarship available for international students at Stony Brook University?
A: 

Stony Brook welcomes international students having intercultural understanding. The university also offers scholarships to such students. It has a vision to encourage intercultural understanding by selecting amongst first-year international students. The selected students will be offered an annual, renewable scholarship to cover 50% of their tuition fees.

Eligibility Criteria

  1. Only first-year, undergraduate international applicants are eligible to apply

  2. The candidates need to demonstrate leadership ability through any interest and personal initiative undertaken in activities that involve leadership, intercultural experience and also somebody who intends to implement these at Stony Brook University

There is holistic review of applicants by a committee that will take into account the academic background, any participation in activities related to intercultural learning, leadership experiences, future goals, essay/video quality and creativity of their submission.

Note: International students are not eligible for any type of Federal or State aid. 

Read: Scholarships to Study in USA 

Q:   What is the fee for Indian students at Stony Brook University?
A: 

The Stony Brook University fees range between INR 25L and INR 32L for undergraduate programs and between INR 10L and INR 29L for postgraduate programs. Students can check the tuition fees of the popular programs from the below table:

Courses

1st Year Tuition Fees

MS (38 courses)

INR 10 L - 29 L

BE/ BTech (12 courses)

INR 25 L - 31 L

BBA (2 courses)

INR 28 L - 32 L

MA (30 courses)

INR 15 L - 21 L

BSc (20 courses)

INR 25 L - 32 L

MBA/PGDM (7 courses)

INR 19 L - 26 L

BA (23 courses)

INR 25 L - 32 L

MIM (5 courses)

INR 19 L - 26 L

BFA (1 course)

INR 25 L

MFA (4 courses)

INR 13 L - 19 L

MSN (1 course)

INR 19 L

MPH (1 course)

INR 20 L

Q:   Does Stony Brook University offer scholarships to international students?
A: 

SBU's international students are eligible for Global Excellence Scholarship offered by Stony Brook University. This is given to those students who show exceptional performance in - high school academic program, SAT/ACT scores, co-curricular activities, research experiences, or even special talents or skills portrayal. According to the university, around 78% of freshmen enrolled in a full time course received financial aid at an average of USD 13,100. There are also 71% of full time freshmen students who receive an average amount of USD 10,200 as federal or state level grant.

Q:   Does Stony Brook require GRE?
A: 

The GRE score requirement is applicable for some graduate courses offered by Stony Brook University. Candidates need to check the eligibility criteria for the graduate programs they are applying to and if it is required for that particularprogrammethen only they need to submit GRE General Test scores otherwise the university does not ask for GRE score. Also, candidates should check the minimum score requirement for the specific course they are applying to.

MS in Data Science
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Stony Brook University 
Application Process

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Students also asked

Q:   How do I check my application status for Stony Brook?
A: 

UG

Candidates can expect to receive login information within two weeks of submitting their application to Stony Brook. This information will enable the students to access their SBU Application Portal where they can monitor their application status and university decision. 

PG

Applicants can expect to be enrolled four weeks after they submit their complete application for their intended programme of study. International students are given priority as they need to arrange their immigration documents to be eligible to study at Stony Brook University.

Q:   Does Stony Brook University require SAT?
A: 

As per the university, Stony Brook is test-optional for applicants for the year 2023-24. Stony Brook University evaluates the overall profile of a candidate while giving admission. A holistic review of a candidate's academic record including the overall grade point average (GPA) and strength of curriculum is looked into. Also, other academic and personal factors like co-curricular and community involvement or any special talents or interest of the student are considered while examining their profile for admission.

Q:   Are Stony Brook University placements good?
A: 

Yes, students get the access to top-notch placements at Stony Brook University. According to the reviews posted by students on Shiksha, the university ranks -

  • 4.2 for post-study work jobs
  • 3.7 stars for part-time work
  • 3.7 stars for internships

With the help of the above-mentioned rankings it can be concluded that university is one of the best for placements. Google, Apple, Amazon, Microsoft, Meta, LinkedIn are some of the top recruiting companies for the Stony Brook graduates.

 
Q:   What are the Engineering course rankings at Stony Brook University?
A: 

Some of the Engineering course rankings at Stony Brook University based on different ranking bodies are given as follows:

Year QS- Engineering and TechnologyTimes Higher Education- Engineering
2019401-450201-250
2020401-450201-250
2021451-500201-250
2022501-530176-200
2023NA251-300
Q:   What major is Stony Brook University known for?
A: 

At Stony Brook University, SUNY, Engineering; Computer and Information Sciences and Support services; Psychology; Mathematics and Statistics; Business, Management, Marketing, and related support services; Biological and Biomedical sciences; Health professions and related programs; psychology; and mathematics and statistics, are all prominent courses.

Stony Brook University
Students Ratings & Reviews

4.1/5
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Student Views (Based on Reviews)
  • 57% students never faced discrimination in this university
Vibe of Campus
Academically oriented
Friendly
Stressful
Easy going
Internships3.9
Part time work3.6
Post study jobs4.6
Quality of faculty4.4
Student Life4.1
Value for money4.6
Public transportation3.9
Safety4.9
Indian Food3.7
Permanent Immigration3.9
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M.S. in Computer Science - Batch of 2025
Offered by Stony Brook University
4.2
It's a bit challenging to find part-time work in the first semester.
Tips: Come to the university 15 days before the semester starts and look for part-time work. Try to secure one, but if you can't, that's okay. After the semester begins focus on getting an internship. Reach out to seniors to learn how to apply for internships and connect with people on LinkedIn. It will be a bit stressful and overwhelming initially so try to manage your time. Concentrate on internships and jobs. It's very important to surround yourself with ambitious friends as word of mouth is key the more you talk about internships and jobs, the more you'll learn. So get involved mingle with people and attend university events especially during your first year. Distributed Systems is a good course but it's demanding. If you're truly interested go for it, otherwise, maybe not. However if you take the course learn it thoroughly and showcase your projects effectively the market for Distributed Systems is currently strong.
Likes (Value for money): This is the best and most affordable school in New York, but the room rent is high. If you have a part-time job, around 90% of your earnings might go towards rent. The tuition fee is approximately 35,000 dollars. Part-time jobs typically pay around 16 per hour; consider seeking Research Assistant positions, as they often offer higher pay.
Dislikes (Part time work): It's a bit challenging to find part-time work in the first semester, but if you keep searching, you might find something by the second semester. If not, that's okay; you'll likely find opportunities in your second year as seniors graduate. Having a part-time job can significantly reduce your financial burden.
Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 1200
Prepping time for classes10 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryUSD 150000
Reviewed on 9 Aug 2025Read more
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BS in Health Science - Batch of 2029
Offered by Stony Brook University
4.3
Amazing with great career opportunities.
Tips: It's tough to get in as the acceptance rate is 42%, but once you do, you will be able to enjoy scholarship opportunities, a cooperative university, and competitive academics. You will also enjoy overall well-being and no stress, as well as a stress-free, accommodating campus. Job opportunities are high as there is a renowned hospital on campus, which provides hands-on experience. On experience for pupils in courses of healthcare/public. Health and also have a GSU curriculum other than the core curriculum, so this helps a lot when considering fees and expenditure.
Dislikes (Permanent Immigration): In the USA, immigration is really strict. There are a lot of rules about which visas qualify for permanent residency or citizenship. Because of this, it’s tough to get permanent immigration status on an F1 student visa. Working on campus is only allowed for 20 hours a week, so you should plan accordingly.
Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 7175
Prepping time for classes26 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryUSD 104300
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2025Read more
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MS in Data Science - Batch of 2025
Offered by Stony Brook University
4.2
Public Research University.
Tips: I had the dream of coming to master in USA from a young age after seeing my relatives and others come here. After my undergrad, I did a job for 1 year as SDE and decided to go for Masters. I applied to many universities and the best I got was at Stony brook university MSCS so I decided to pursue my MS in this university. The acceptance rate is an average of around 48%. I have just done my 1st sem. Did 3 subjects and got good grades. There were medium to hard subjects but done with them somehow. Prepare hard for getting into the University as it is getting tough to get into. Consult students who are studying here. It is good for your future. I am satisfied with the university, course and country.
Likes (Indian Food): The Stony Book university is in the middle of New York and there are lot of Indian food here. From South to North every option is available. The restaurant owners are Indians also. The Indian population here won't let you miss Indian food. I prefer cooking myself because New York is so expensive and I still eat outside on weekends. So there is no problem with food options in our country. You'll see a lot of options for Indian food outside Stony Book University.
Dislikes (Post study jobs): This University is good and it's well recognised. Many MNC's visit for placements but due to the current scenario, it is tough to get a good table job after studies. Applying for 100's of internships but getting rejected for all, as situations are bad at present for current job situations. The package varies from degree and it's one of the best universities in New York, so there are a lot of options for Post-study jobs. It will take some time for everything to come back to normal.
Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 6000
Prepping time for classes30 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryUSD
Reviewed on 27 Jan 2024Read more
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M.S. in Computer Science - Batch of 2025
Offered by Stony Brook University
3.5
Part-time jobs are less but tuition fee is also lesser on comparison.
Tips: Stony Brook University is one of the highly ranked university in the US and also the no.1 public university in the state of New York. It can be challenging at times with academics but put in the effort and it should be manageable and one should be able to adjust to the fast paced life as to not fall behind on academics and internships. When it comes to part time, the options are very low for the graduate student and getting one can be considered lucky, so this is not the college if you want to rely entirely on part-time. Tuition fee is low compared to other colleges but housing is expensive. Assistantships are also tough to get if you haven't been offered one on admission
Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 1200
Prepping time for classes20 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryUSD
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2024Read more
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M.S. in Computer Science - Batch of 2024
Offered by Stony Brook University
4.7
Value for money university
Tips: Culturally very accepting, super easy on students, especially Indian origin has a good community to live on campus, and good diversity as well. Relatively tougher, but students do get RA positions with tuition funded and a good stipend. I am totally satisfied with the university and with the country.
Likes (Permanent Immigration): US is a tough place if you are concerned with permanent settlement, but the quality of education and industry exposure is top-tier. Very few other countries would provide this experience with such minds to collaborate and this is super important for personal growth. Given a chance to permanently migrate here, I would not choose to.
Dislikes (Indian Food): Middle eastern and Indian food available are relatively good prices. There are a few canteens, marketplaces and dining halls which provide diverse options and fairly standard prices. Some options are mac and cheese for 2.5$, salad bowls for 4$, full course bowls for 10$
Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 1000
Prepping time for classes20 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryUSD 100000
Reviewed on 23 Jan 2024Read more
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MS in Data Science
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Stony Brook University 
Highlights

  • The MS program in Data Science features 36 credits (12 courses) including 10 core courses and 2 electives.
    Students are expected to complete their MS program in 3 to 4 semesters.
  • Students will receive vigorous training in Data Science encompassing topics such as statistical analysis, big data analysis/management and fundamentals of computing.
  • This program is jointly offered by the Department of Applied Mathematics and Statistics (AMS), and the Department of Computer Science (CS), both part of the College of Engineering and Applied Sciences

MS in Data Science
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Stony Brook University 
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