iqueequeg Posted March 22, 2018 Share Posted March 22, 2018 I’m deciding between the new Brown Masters in Data Science program and the UMass Amherst Masters in computer science (within which you can concentrate in data science). I’m inclined to UMass because it’s a more flexible program (I may still decide I want to pursue a PhD), and I really like the town of Amherst. But my Undergrad advisor says Brown has a better reputation and I should reconsider. Looking for opinions/recommendations, thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rosebud123 Posted March 22, 2018 Share Posted March 22, 2018 What isn’t flexible enough about the data science program at Brown? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iqueequeg Posted March 22, 2018 Author Share Posted March 22, 2018 The Brown Masters in data science is a specific sequence of courses, which is different than their Masters in computer science. The UMass program is a Masters in computer science with possible concentrations in data science or cybersecurity, with a professional or research focus. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
abnormalcluster Posted March 22, 2018 Share Posted March 22, 2018 (edited) @iqueequeg When did you hear from brown and umass? Edited March 22, 2018 by abnormalcluster Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iqueequeg Posted March 22, 2018 Author Share Posted March 22, 2018 Brown last week (rolling admissions), UMass about a month ago Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
abnormalcluster Posted March 22, 2018 Share Posted March 22, 2018 @iqueequeg Cool, I applied to the same program but haven't heard anything from them yet. Did you apply in January or something? I think decisions came out for some people on the 14th which is before the deadline to apply lol. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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