Become a Commodore

At Vanderbilt, you’ll have access to world-class faculty, strong connections to industry, and an innovative curriculum designed to be computationally progressive with a blend of statistical principles, but accessible to a variety of educational backgrounds.

As a commodore, you’ll be living and learning in the heart of Nashville, one of the fastest-growing cities in the United States. Nashville is also ranked as the 3rd best city for young professionals.

Data science jobs in Middle Tennessee are growing faster than the qualified population and with a strong community built around healthcare, entertainment, and technology, the future for data scientists is bright. The Washington Post has ranked Nashville top 2 in the nation for hottest job market in 2023.

Should you get a Master’s Degree in Data Science?
A faculty perspective.

Written by DSI Director or Graduate Studies, Dr. Jesse Blocher, featured in Toward Data Science