BS in Data Science and Psychology
The combined BS in Data Science and Psychology (Khoury College and the College of Science) will prepare you to use data to explore the human mind. Through rigorous coursework and hands-on learning, you’ll investigate models for human behavior and mentality, develop assessment tools and treatment options for clinical issues, and gain a strong foundation in data science. When you graduate, you will have skills in big data analysis and data science to apply to the field of psychology.
Program details
Career prospects
A combined major in data science and psychology will prepare you with a valuable skill set for understanding and analyzing human behavior. Potential career paths include:
- User experience (UX) researcher
- Behavioral analyst
- Healthcare data scientist
- Human factors engineer
- Market research analyst
Co-ops and internships
Participating in co-ops gives you the opportunity to gain real-world experience and build connections in industry settings.
Recent co-ops include:
- Research assistant co-op for NU Interdisciplinary Affective Science Laboratory (Dr. Katsumi)
- Operational excellence and data analytics co-op at Citizens Bank
- Data science co-op at United Way of Massachusetts Bay, Inc.
- Research assistant co-op for the Department of Psychology Affective and Brain Sciences Lab
- Health data engineering co-op for Freedman HealthCare
Research opportunities
Explore the big questions around data science and human behavior by participating in active research projects with leading professors in the field. Our research areas include:
- Artificial intelligence
- Human-centered computing
- Games
Learning outcomes
In this program, you’ll learn to:
- Apply design principles in the construction of software systems of varying complexity.
- Use current techniques, skills, and tools necessary for effective and secure computing practice.
- Apply data science theory, methods, and tools to translate data into clear, actionable insights.
Campus location
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Boston
Located in the heart of Boston, Northeastern’s oldest campus is home to a vibrant community of students, researchers, and faculty working across disciplines to build a better world through CS.
Applications and admissions
Deadlines
Learn more about our undergraduate early action, early decision, and regular decision options.
Degree costs
Pursuing a world-class education is an investment in your future. It’s also one of the most important decisions you’ll ever make. Visit our Undergraduate Admissions site to find current Northeastern University costs. You can also estimate the cost of your degree using our College Cost Estimator or Net Price Calculator.
Financial aid and scholarships
Northeastern University offers a range of financial aid and scholarship opportunities to help you fund your education. You’ll receive an initial financial aid package that outlines your options after admission. Once you enroll, Khoury College has multiple scholarship opportunities for current students to continue supporting your studies. We also encourage all students to submit the FAFSA to determine your eligibility for federal aid and loans.
Have questions?
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Meet our faculty
Get to know the engaged, experienced professors who are here to support you every step of the way.
Tina Eliassi-Rad
Tina Eliassi-Rad is the inaugural Joseph E. Aoun professor at Khoury College, as well as an external faculty member at the Santa Fe Institute and the Vermont Complex Systems Center. Her research at the intersection of data mining, machine learning, and network science has earned her a place as a core faculty member at both Northeastern’s Network Science Institute, and the Institute for Experiential AI.
Visit the College of Science
The BS in Data Science and Psychology program is an interdisciplinary collaboration with the College of Science.
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