EPFL Master of Science in Data Science

Comprehensive two-year Master of Science program (120 ECTS) jointly offered by Computer Science and Mathematics, covering mathematical statistics, machine learning, distributed optimization, and big data systems.

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Application checklist & requirements

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Academic degree / Prerequisites: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, or Electrical Engineering with solid linear algebra and probability.
English language proficiency: Academic IELTS 7.0 or TOEFL iBT 100.
Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT): Recommended.
Thesis / Research statement: Rigorous background in calculus, statistical inference, algorithms, and Python/C++.
Recommendation letters: Three academic referee letters and complete university transcripts.

How much will it cost? How much funding is available?

Financial support / stipend: Self-funded; eligible for EPFL Excellence Fellowships (CHF 20,000/yr)
Application fee: CHF 150 application fee
Tuition / joining costs: CHF 730/semester (Swiss) or CHF 2,190/semester (international).

Dates and verification

Application deadline: December 15, 2026 for Autumn intake
Last source review: 2026-10-14

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Important verification note

Facts reflect official École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL) documentation reviewed 2026-10-14. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.

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