Data scientists make an impact. Whether it’s analyzing health data to improve patient outcomes, helping businesses make smarter decisions, or supporting critical research needs, the ability to analyze huge data sets is a skillset that can change lives for the better in Arkansas and around the world. As technology advances, companies, governments, researchers and nonprofits are gathering more data than ever before. The question now has become how to best use that data to make smarter decisions. With a B.S. in Data Science, students will participate in a rigorous, innovative, multi-disciplinary learning experience and will graduate equipped to face some of the world’s biggest challenges.