Please apply through the Graduate School at the University of Maryland. (https://www.gradschool.umd.edu/). Under the list of all programs, scroll to find "Survey and Data Science" which is the MPDS online degree. This page will provide information about the application procedure.
MPDS program is 30 credits. Course credits are charged at a flat rate of $1223 per credit (JPSM flat rate will be $1260 starting Fall 2026).
An example of tuition and fees if the MPDS is followed during the course of 2 years starting in Fall 2026:
|
Semester |
Course Credits |
Tuition |
Fees | Totals |
| Application | $ 0 | $ 75 | $75 | |
| Fall 1 | 6 | $ 7560 | $ 0 | $7560 |
| Spring 1 | 6 | $ 7560 | $ 0 | $7560 |
| Summer 1 | 3 | $ 3780 | $ 110 | $3890 |
| Fall 2 | 6 | $ 7560 | $ 0 | $7560 |
| Spring 2 | 6 | $ 7560 | $ 0 | $7560 |
| Summer 2 | 3 | $ 3780 | $ 110 | $3890 |
| Totals | 30 | $ 37,800 | $ 295 | $ 38,095 |
Note: These amounts are subject to change as per University of Maryland policies.
