Data Analytics
With our data analytics major, students have a unique interdisciplinary opportunity to blend a strong foundation of statistics, data science, and computer skills along with research design and applied analysis in their discipline of interest, such as business, exercise and sport sciences, psychology, and public health. It can also be an ideal second major for students who wish to develop these skills.

Our Data Analytics Degree
Many industries are increasingly analyzing data to make decisions and advancements. With effective data analysis, business professionals can more accurately predict trends, psychologists can gain a deeper understanding of human behavior, and public health professionals can make more precise interventions and policies.听
Students who earn a data analytics degree will learn how to make data-driven decisions using advanced data analysis techniques, setting themselves apart in the job market. Additionally, as a women鈥檚 college, Meredith provides an empowering and strengths-based environment to give students the confidence to develop STEM skills.
Bachelor of Arts in Data Analytics
Students earning a bachelor鈥檚 degree in data analytics must complete 33-56 credit hours, including 21-22 credit hours of core courses, nine credit hours of research design or applied analysis courses, and three credit hours of research.

Why Study Data Analytics at Meredith?
- By combining statistical and data science skills with discipline-specific applications, you鈥檒l develop a unique skillset employers are seeking.听
- 驰辞耻鈥檒濒 have exceptional internship and research opportunities thanks to our ideal location near the Research Triangle Park.
- Learn from expert faculty with diverse academic and professional backgrounds. Program Coordinator Dr. Emily Lada brings over 14 years of industry experience in data science.
- 驰辞耻鈥檒濒 gain hands-on experience through a research project in a discipline of your choice. Data analytics research projects include
- 鈥淧redicting Mental Health Outcomes of 缅北禁地 Students鈥
- 鈥淯sing Nonparametric Statistical Methods to Analyze Cotton Data鈥
- Our curriculum promotes ethical practices. Understanding that data is powerful and can be used to make a positive impact, our faculty emphasizes a 鈥渄ata for good鈥 approach.听
- Several of our alumnae have found meaningful work in the field of data science with employers such as BlueCross BlueShield and Oak Ridge Associated Universities.
- Our students have pursued graduate and doctoral degrees in this field at schools such as the Georgia Institute of Technology and North Carolina State University.

Careers in Data Analytics
Data analytics is a growing area around the world as data has become more integrated into our daily lives. Many fields today require some level of data analysis skills, and having such skills can set candidates apart when applying for jobs.听
There is a wide range of job opportunities in data analytics in the Triangle and across the country. Data analytics are applied in essentially every field, including artificial intelligence, data mining, data visualization, education, finance, healthcare, political science, pharmaceuticals, and software engineering. Graduates of Meredith鈥檚 data analytics degree program will be prepared to enter a variety of fields and pursue graduate studies.

At Meredith, international student and Honors Scholar Student Nafissa Bia, 鈥25, found a vibrant community, rich experiential learning opportunities, and internships that led to a full-time position after graduation.

Jean Hinton, ’25, discovered a passion for data science through her classes at Meredith. By designing her own major, she will be the first Meredith student to earn a B.S. in statistical and data sciences.

Computer science major Wanjiru Mambo, ’24, has held several internship positions and participated in experiential experiences to expand her knowledge and network.
Data Analytics News

缅北禁地 will offer a new major in data analytics beginning Fall 2025.听The Data Analytics degree prepares students for making data-driven decisions.听

Students in the Spring 2025 Honors colloquium course, Data Storytelling for Societal Impact, created a guidebook on data storytelling for nonprofit organizations. The guide will be shared widely with the Meredith community.听

缅北禁地 student Emma Brooks, 鈥24, has been featured on the website of Women in Data Science (WiDS) Worldwide.听 Brooks is earning a degree in mathematics and computer science with a minor in data science. In the WiDs article, she discusses how her interest in data science began at Meredith.
Contact Information
Jennifer Hontz
Department Head
279 Science/Mathematics
(919) 760-2352
hontzjen@meredith.edu
Mathematics and Computer Science Department 禄
School of Natural & Mathematical Sciences 禄