Career Tracks

Data Science

101 What Is Data Science?

Data science is a multidisciplinary field that combines computer science and math. The objective of data science is to pull insightful and useful knowledge out of datasets to make smart business decisions. The average salary of a data scientist is $80,265.

Jump to a list of all Data Science Bootcamps

What Is Data Science?

Data science is a multidisciplinary field that combines computer science and statistics. With so much data being produced every day, data science makes it possible to draw useful insights from datasets which may be too large for traditional statistics to analyze. This data is often referred to as “big data,” and can include anything from analyzing complex genomic structures to interpreting handwriting to optimizing a marketing strategy. And data science is not limited to just numbers! Data science finds patterns in all unstructured sets, including text, images, and audio files. 

How to Become a Data Scientist

Many Data Scientists start their careers in academia – if you have a bachelor’s degree or PhD in a quantitative field, then you’re already close to a data science career. A data science fellowship like The Data Incubator or Insight Data Science would be fantastic options. 

Most data science bootcamps require students to have a degree in STEM and an aptitude for math and statistics. If you don’t have a quantitative degree, then you should sharpen your math skills like linear algebra, calculus, statistics, and probability. Then, you’ll be ready to apply to a data science bootcamp. 

Master’s in Data Science vs Data Science Bootcamps

While a Master’s in Computer Science with a specialization in Data Science typically takes 3 years to complete, data science bootcamps are typically intensive 3- to 6-month programs. Data science bootcamps often offer career assistance, and prepare graduates for entry-level and junior data science jobs, such as Data Analyst, Data Scientist, and Data Engineer.

A data science bootcamp is not a traditional coding bootcamp. In addition to learning programming languages, such as Python and/or R, data science bootcamps teach students how to extract valuable knowledge from large datasets using analytical and programming skills. 

How to Choose a Data Science Bootcamp

The best data science course for you depends on your own learning style, career goals, availability, etc. Here's our advice for choosing the data bootcamp:

  1. Narrow down your options – you can rule out some bootcamps based on location, cost, and time commitment.
  2. Examine the curriculum – does the bootcamp teach the most modern data science languages (Python or occasionally R), tools (Hadoop, Spark, Tableau etc), and topics (machine learning, data engineering, etc).
  3. Ask About Projects – communication is so important in data science, and projects are a great way to walk a hiring manager through your thought process and experience. At a good data science bootcamp, you'll build at least 2-3 projects using real-world data sets!
  4. Meet the Instructors – do the bootcamp instructors have qualifications like quantitative degrees, masters degrees, or even PhDs? This is much more common in the world of data science bootcamps. Pro-Tip: Take an intro course or free workshop hosted by the bootcamp to really understand the teaching style.
  5. Ask About Outcomes – do past bootcamp graduates get jobs in data? Ask the school directly for their CIRR report or job outcomes report, read data science bootcamp alumni reviews, and even reach out to alumni on LinkedIn to ask questions.

Red Flags – instructors don't have enough experience or qualifications, projects don't use real-world datasets, or the bootcamp can't tell you about past student career success. 

Are Data Science Bootcamps Worth It?

 “I would definitely do it again in a heartbeat. It was definitely worth the money. The learning environment, having the type of classmates that you can learn from, the instructors — you definitely couldn’t have gotten it just by learning on your own.” – Itelina, graduate of Metis

“I can say that, for me, 100% it was worth it – but I will say the boot camp is also about the work you’re putting in and the goals that you have. I really wanted to sponge off of the people around me – not just the teachers, but also all these PhD students around me. It was the most intelligent group of people I’ve been around in such a small space before. I’ve never had such an amazing opportunity.” – Sumanth, graduate of NYC Data Science Academy 

“I definitely think I needed Galvanize. Because I wanted to break into the tech industry, having Galvanize on my resume along with the skills I learned there, bolstered my ability to get a job.” – Rosie, graduate of Galvanize

“For me, It was totally worth it. I would do it all over again. IE in particular taught me a lot more than how to use Python and SQL. It teaches the technical skills, but at the same time it gives you access to professors that are going to make the process a lot less frustrating and more fun so that you have the motivation to keep going. Plus all of the extras. You get to network with companies and those companies come to give talks. I made a lot of friends in this bootcamp, too.”Inna, graduate of IE Data Science Bootcamp

How much does a data science bootcamp cost? 

Full-time, immersive data science bootcamps typically cost between $10,000 and $20,000. Many data science bootcamps offer scholarships and financing options to make tuition affordable. There are also fellowships and free data science bootcamps, such as Insight Data Science and The Data Incubator.

Data Science Jobs

With everyone from businesses to non-profits to the government collecting data, there is high demand for turning that data into smart business decisions. There is a wide variety of data science jobs, and if there’s one thing that we’ve learned after interviewing so many data science bootcamp graduates, it’s that no two companies use the exact same job titles. Common job responsibilities of data scientists include data engineering, data cleaning, and data analysis. Here is a list of the most frequent data science job titles for bootcampers:

  • Junior Data Scientist
  • Senior Data Scientist
  • Data Engineer
  • Machine Learning Engineer
  • Data Scientist/Software Engineer
  • Big Data Analytics Consultant
  • Data Science Instructor
  • Decision Scientist
  • Data Analyst
  • Business Analyst
  • Business Intelligence Analyst
  • Data Journalist
  • Financial Analyst
  • Product Analyst
  • Database Administrator

Data Science Salaries

Data Science Job Average Salary
Data Science Analyst $80,265
Senior Data Scientists $105,909
Data Engineers $105,909

Data Science Skills

According to Josh Wills, Director of NYC Data Science Academy, a data scientist is a “person who is better at statistics than any software engineer and better at software engineering than any statistician.” While math skills and coding skills are an essential part of data science, business intelligence and a scientific approach are key to making sense of data. Most data science students have a previous background in STEM, but overall, data science students and professionals are detail-oriented and excel at problem-solving, logical reasoning, and communication.

Here is a quick list of data science skills and technologies used in the field and often taught at data science bootcamps:

  • SQL - SQL stands for Structured Query Language. SQL is designed for managing data in relational database management systems. SQL extracts data for data analytics and reporting. 
  • Hadoop - Hadoop is a suite of technologies used to manage data and execute programs in a cluster. Hadoop includes a file system designed for large datasets, the MapReduce system which allows for running programs in parallel, the SQL-like Hive database for querying data in a cluster, and other components.
  • Spark - Spark is a system for writing parallel programs to run in clusters. Spark has a powerful machine learning library, mllib, and can be used with R. 
  • Python and R - Both languages are equally important in data science! Python is used for computer science components of a data scientist’s job. R is used for building statistics packages and visualizations. Combining both Python and R greatly increases their range of capabilities.
  • Machine Learning - Machine learning is a set of algorithms that is put in place to analyze large sets of data. Many of these algorithms are built so that the machine learns to feed better data into later models, and ultimately make predictions about future events. 
  • Natural Language Processing - Natural Language Processing (NLP) is a method for pre-processing text to turn it into numerical data. NLP is also known as computational linguistics.
  • Data science math includes linear algebra, calculus, statistics, and probability.

FEATURED SCHOOLS

 

Showing 26 - 50 of 309

  1. 225
    Reviews
    10
    Courses

    Hacktiv8 is a tech training provider based in Indonesia that offers full-time bootcamps in Full Stack JavaScript, Data Science, and Performance Marketing. Ha... Read More

    FIAN FEBRY ISPIANTO

    5Graduate - Course: Full Stack JavaScript Immersive - Jakarta

    Verified Via LinkedIn

    Says: Intensive and Rewarding: Coding Bootcamp

    the bootcamp was a challenging and intense program, but it was also incredibly rewarding. I got the chance to work on a range of projects, from creating simple ... Read More
  2. jedha-logo

    Jedha

    4.98
    220
    Reviews
    7
    Courses

    Jedha is a tech school specializing in Data Analysis, Data Science, and Cybersecurity. Jedha offers 12-week full-time or 24-week part time bootcamps online o... Read More

    Nadera Chaber

    5Graduate - Course: Data - Essentials - Paris

    Verified Via LinkedIn

    Says: Bootcamp Complet

    Le nouveau poste que j’occupe est la raison pour laquelle j’ai décidé de suivre cette formation, et j’ai choisi de le faire à Jedha parce que c’est l’un des mei ... Read More
  3. 216
    Reviews
    4
    Courses

    MySkill is an Indonesian-based training provider offering online, part-time bootcamps covering topics like data science (8 weeks), product management (10 wee... Read More

    Putu Hatesa

    5Graduate - Course: Digital Marketing - Online

    Verified Via LinkedIn

    Says: MySkill sangat bermanfaat

    Ilmu-ilmu MySkill sangat bermanfaat untuk meningkatkan keahlian (skill) ku terutama di bidang Digital Marketing. Sukses selalu MySkill. Diperbanyak lagi kursus- ... Read More
  4. 197
    Reviews
    4
    Courses

    Practicum Bootcamp is a family of digital re-skilling products offering 20-46 week, online Software Engineer, Data Analyst, Data Scientist, and Quality Assur... Read More

    Jose Maldonado

    5Student - Course: Software Engineer - Online

    Verified Via GitHub

    Says: Everything I could have asked for in a bootcamp!

    I am twenty years old and am trying to get my life together. My priority is to become financially stable as soon as possible. The sooner I am financially stable ... Read More
  5. 155
    Reviews
    1
    Course

    Data Science Dream Job offers a self-paced online course to help aspiring data scientists land a job. The course includes 150 hours of material and covers go... Read More

    Ankit Dwivedi

    5Student - Course: Full Course - Online

    Verified Via LinkedIn

    Says: Best Online Educational Organization with job assistance

    Today, I am delighted to share that I have been offered a position as a Data Analyst at MyMoneyMantra.My experience with the DigiKull family has been incredible ... Read More
  6. 152
    Reviews
    4
    Courses

    Colaberry offers instructor-led remote, on-campus (Dallas, TX) and self-paced training in data analytics, data science, machine learning, and Artificial Inte... Read More

    Kpoobari Vika Gumnwee

    5Graduate - Course: Data Analytics - Online

    Verified Via LinkedIn

    Says: Data analytics

    Colaberry gives you intensive exposure to Data Analytics topics through rigorous lectures and discussions that were led by multiple experts in the field. Colabe ... Read More
  7. 150
    Reviews
    4
    Courses

    Rutgers Bootcamps offer 12-week, full-time and 24-week, part-time web development courses, and 24-week, part-time Data Science and financial technology (FinT... Read More

    Kimberlie Guillaume

    5Graduate - New Brunswick

    Verified Via LinkedIn

    Says: Challenging and Transformative

    These 3 months were some of the hardest and longest 3 months i've ever had. I would not have been able to get through it were it not for my amazing Professor, T ... Read More
  8. 149
    Reviews
    1
    Course

    Bitlabs Academy, based in Indonesia, offers interactive online Data Science (10 week) and Digital Marketing (3 week) bootcamps. Classes for the Data Science ... Read More

    Adelia Hernalis Agustin

    5Student - Course: Data Analytics - Online

    Verified Via LinkedIn

    Says: Pengalaman Studi Independen Bitlabs Academy

    Halo semuanya 🙋Nama saya Adelia Hernalis Agustin, mahasiswa Teknik Industri Universitas Pembangunan Nasional "Veteran" Jawa Timur. Saya ingin menceritakan sedik ... Read More
  9. rmotr-logo

    RMOTR

    4.93
    137
    Reviews
    2
    Courses

    RMOTR by INE offers 4-month online Python web development and data science bootcamps. Students interact with teachers, mentors, and classmates remotely and a... Read More

    Vojtech Kotek

    5Graduate - Course: Advanced Python Programming - Online

    Verified Via GitHub

    Says: Awesome course!

    This course gave me a lot of knew knowledge about python and tools surrounding work with python that I had no idea about! Another added benefit of the course wa ... Read More
  10. 137
    Reviews
    7
    Courses

    Georgia Tech Boot Camps offer 24-week, part-time, or 12-week, full-time web development courses, 24-week, part-time, data science and analytics, cyber and ne... Read More

    Keith Benas

    5Student - Course: Full-Stack Flex - Part-Time - Atlanta

    Verified Via LinkedIn

    Says: Georgia Tech Fullstack Web development Bootcamp

    In my experience as a Fullstack developer and student of Georgia Tech University coding Boot Camp, I've learned exceptional skills that have prepared me for the ... Read More
  11. 134
    Reviews
    4
    Courses

    Boolean is an international tech academy, based in the UK and Italy offering a 6-month, online, full stack web development bootcamp that turns coding beginne... Read More

    Samuel Thomas

    5Graduate - Course: UK - Software Development - Online

    Verified Via GitHub

    Says: Perfect way to learn coding

    I completed the 6 month Full-Stack Software Development course and having completed it I'm very glad I chose this course. The curriculum was well-tailored and c ... Read More
  12. 134
    Reviews
    3
    Courses

    LearnBay is a bootcamp in India offering part-time online programs covering data analytics & business analytics, advanced artificial intelligence & m... Read More

    Harsha Nandam

    5Student - Course: Data Analytics & Business Analytics Job Ready Program - Online

    Verified Via LinkedIn

    Says: Amazing learning experience

    it was a very good experience. I would suggest it to anyone who wants to excel in Data career. It starts from very basic to advanced.. Should be considered one ... Read More
  13. 133
    Reviews
    5
    Courses

    4Geeks Academy is a coding bootcamp offering part-time and full-time coding software engineering and AI/machine learning bootcamps in Miami and Orlando, Toro... Read More

    Miguel Ramirez Ochoa

    5Student - Madrid

    Verified Via LinkedIn

    Says: Mi experiencia en 4Geeks Academy

    Mi decisión en unirme al bootcamp de 4Geeks Academy para ser un Full Stack Developer ha sido una de las mejores decisiones que he tomado. Mi nombre es Miguel y ... Read More
  14. 133
    Reviews
    7
    Courses

    WBS Coding School is a hybrid tech bootcamp in Europe that teaches students to become web developers, data scientists, marketing analysts, or digital product... Read More

    Konouz Saeed

    5Graduate - Course: Digital Product Design Bootcamp (full-time) - Hybrid (Online & In-person)

    Verified Via LinkedIn

    Says: A comprehensive introduction to the world of Digital Product Design!

    This program is perfect for new-comers to the field of digital product design. In just 15 weeks we learned to apply tools and resources best suited for any kind ... Read More
  15. 130
    Reviews
    2
    Courses

    TECH.I.S offers 12-week, immersive, online Web Development and Data Science bootcamps. These full-time programs require students to attend daily standup meet... Read More

    Mayelin Maria

    5Student - Course: Web Development Course - Online

    Verified Via GitHub

    Says: Thank you to TECH I.S. for making this happen, with no upfront fee, and the option to pay only after I get hired has been heaven-sent.

    I am presently a student at TECH I.S. and so far I have had such good experiences learning how to code and work on projects etc, although I started off as a beg ... Read More
  16. 130
    Reviews
    4
    Courses

    Concordia Bootcamps partners with universities to offer online coding and data science bootcamps. These bootcamps prepare students for careers in tech, and o... Read More

    Joseph Peart

    5Graduate - Online

    Verified Via LinkedIn

    Says: Comprehensive Data Science Bootcamp

    They say bootcamps are rough - and they are. But they're also incredibly satisfying. I learned more in the 3 month span of attending Concordia bootcamp than I p ... Read More
  17. 127
    Reviews
    8
    Courses

    Constructor Learning is an education hub in management and technology skills that offers full stack coding, data science, UX/UI design and more for students,... Read More

    Adriano PERSEGANI

    5Graduate - Course: Data Science (Full-Time) - Munich

    Verified Via GitHub

    Says: A Life-Changing Experience at Constructor Learning Data Science Bootcamp

    I recently completed the Data Science Bootcamp at Constructor Learning, and it has been nothing short of a transformative experience. The bootcamp has not only ... Read More
  18. codeup-logo

    Codeup

    4.76
    125
    Reviews
    4
    Courses

    Codeup is an immersive 15- to 20-week, in-person Full-Stack Web Development, Data Science, and Cloud Administration career accelerator in San Antonio, Dallas... Read More

    Gaston Tarango

    5Graduate - Course: Full-Stack Web Development - Java - San Antonio

    Verified Via LinkedIn

    Says: Great boot camp

    It was a lot of work and a lot of fun. I met some really good people.It's fast paced and you learn a lot. It gives you an idea if this is something you really w ... Read More
  19. 120
    Reviews
    3
    Courses

    Bloom Institute of Technology is an online coding bootcamp that trains people to become software engineers, data scientists, or back end developers at no up-... Read More

    Temsy Chen

    5Graduate - Course: Data Science - Online

    Verified Via LinkedIn

    Says: Data Engineer

    My experience with BloomTech (FKA Lambda School) went above and beyond my expectations. I was switching careers and had no math or coding background. I didn't w ... Read More
  20. 119
    Reviews
    5
    Courses

    ENTITY Academy offers virtual bootcamps specifically for women with programs in Data Science (33 weeks), Software Development (33 weeks), Web Development (24... Read More

    Mackenzie Lee

    5

    Verified Via LinkedIn

    Says: Writers Collective Mentee

    My experience at ENTITY Academy shaped my career: thanks to the skills I gained in editorial and SEO, I was able to secure a steady gig as a freelance content m ... Read More
  21. 116
    Reviews
    12
    Courses

    School of IT offers both online and in person bootcamps from its campuses in Cape Town and Somerset West, South Africa. Bootcamps include Full Stack Software... Read More

    Luthando Mchunu

    5Graduate - Course: Cyber Security (Online) - Online

    Verified Via LinkedIn

    Says: Security+

    Awesone experience studying Security+, 1 on 1 lessons are the best. Looking forward to do the 2nd certificate.  ... Read More
  22. 114
    Reviews
    4
    Courses

    MAX is an Information Technology upskilling and reskilling business that offers over 600 part-time and full-timeclass offerings, including Cyber Security, Fu... Read More

    Josh Scott

    5Student - Course: MAX Full-time Coding Bootcamp - Cincinnati

    Verified Via LinkedIn

    Says: Excellent Experience

    When I decided to change careers and attend a coding bootcamp, I reviewed many options.  I ultimately chose Max Technical Training as it appeared to have a more ... Read More
  23. 111
    Reviews
    2
    Courses

    Nuclio School is a digital training school based in Spain, and courses are held online and in-person at campuses in Barcelona and Madrid. Nuclio offers Maste... Read More

    Fernando Rosal

    5Graduate - Barcelona

    Verified Via LinkedIn

    Says: More than a bootcamp

    What can I say... it's been months since I graduated and both teachers and alumni still talk on a daily basis. We had an absolute blast during the course, I thi ... Read More
  24. 106
    Reviews
    9
    Courses

    SPICED Academy offers full-time, 12-week coding bootcamps and data science bootcamps in Berlin, Germany. The Full Stack Web Development program covers JavaSc... Read More

    Christoph

    5Graduate - Course: Full Stack Web Development - Berlin

    Verified Via LinkedIn

    Says: Such a positive environment !!

    I'm super happy I attended the boot camp at Spiced!All of the staff is super helpful and has such a positive energy. I started with basic knowledge of HTML and ... Read More
  25. 106
    Reviews
    3
    Courses

    Tech Talent & Strategy (formerly Tech Talent South) is a certified woman-owned tech recruitment, training, staffing, and consulting company. Tech Talent ... Read More

    Amy Ridings

    5Student - Online

    Verified Via LinkedIn

    Says: Student

        I am currently finishing up the first part of the fully remote Graduate Accelerator Program - Data Science course. The class is set up really well for the d ... Read More

Get our FREE Ultimate Guide to Paying for a Bootcamp

By submitting this form, you agree to receive email marketing from Course Report.

Get Matched in Minutes

Just tell us who you are and what you’re searching for, we’ll handle the rest.

Match Me