Data Science / AI

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Bachelor of Science in Data Science and Artificial Intelligence

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Program Overview

The St. Peter’s University 24-month Bachelor of Science in Data Science & Artificial Intelligence trains students in an emerging and exciting interdisciplinary field. Using scientific methods, processes, algorithms and systems, students learn to extract knowledge and insights from structured and unstructured data, and apply this knowledge across a broad range of application domains. The program is structured to provide a solid foundation in data analytics while integrating cutting-edge AI methodologies, allowing students to develop the technical expertise and strategic thinking needed in today’s data-driven world. Data science professionals are rewarded for their highly technical skill set with competitive salaries and great job opportunities at both big and small companies in most industries.

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Course Listing

Course Name

Course Number

Credits

Core Courses

Advanced Stats (Using R)

MA 222

3

Biology 1/Lab

BI 183/5

4

Business analytics

DS 660

3

Business Elective

--

3

Capstone

DS 399

3

Chemistry I

CH 131/L

4

Corporate Finance

FN 401

3

Data Mining

DS 310

3

Data Structure and Algorithms

CS 330

3

Data Visualization

DS 620

3

Database systems

IS 380

3

Decision support systems

CS 271

3

Differential Calculus

MA 143

4

Elementary Statistics (Using R)

MA 212

3

English Comp II

CM 102

3

English Composition I

CM 101

3

Genetics for Data Science with Lab

BI 125

3

Integral Calculus

MA 144

4

Introduction to Biomedical Analytics with Lab

DS 460/L

4

Introduction to Data Science

DS 510

3

Linear algebra

MA 247

3

Macroeconomics Principles

EC 101

3

Math Tech Lab

MA 248

1

Microeconomics

EC 102

3

Programming Fundamentals

CS 241

3

Science Elective

--

4

SQL for Data Science

DS 340

3

Course Name

Course Number

Credits

Core Courses

Advanced Stats (Using R)

MA 222

3

Biology 1/Lab

BI 183/5

4

Business analytics

DS 660

3

Business Elective

--

3

Capstone

DS 399

3

Chemistry I

CH 131/L

4

Corporate Finance

FN 401

3

Data Mining

DS 310

3

Data Structure and Algorithms

CS 330

3

Data Visualization

DS 620

3

Database systems

IS 380

3

Decision support systems

CS 271

3

Differential Calculus

MA 143

4

Elementary Statistics (Using R)

MA 212

3

English Comp II

CM 102

3

English Composition I

CM 101

3

Genetics for Data Science with Lab

BI 125

3

Integral Calculus

MA 144

4

Introduction to Biomedical Analytics with Lab

DS 460/L

4

Introduction to Data Science

DS 510

3

Linear algebra

MA 247

3

Macroeconomics Principles

EC 101

3

Math Tech Lab

MA 248

1

Microeconomics

EC 102

3

Programming Fundamentals

CS 241

3

Science Elective

--

4

SQL for Data Science

DS 340

3

Faculty & Instructors

Aaron H Eis

MBA

Alina Rivilis, MA, MBA at Sara Schenirer Institute

Alina Rivilis

MA, MBA

Alina Rivilis, MA, MBA, is the CEO and co-founder of AI Future Leaders, which provides AI education integrating technology, leadership, and creativity. Rivilis has more than 25 years of experience in AI, data science, strategy, and innovation. She serves as Director of Data Science and AI at Fairstone Bank of Canada, teaches at Saint Peter’s University, and is part-time faculty at Northeastern University. Rivilis was a finalist for the 2025 Women in AI Awards in the private-sector category.

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Harry Goldberg, PhD at Sara Schenirer Institute

Harry Goldberg

PhD

Harry Goldberg, Ph.D., is an industry professor in cybersecurity and an academic coordinator for the Katz School of Science and Health. His career includes systems engineering and technology leadership roles at Telcordia Technologies and AT&T, as well as faculty experience at Brooklyn College. Goldberg earned an M.S. and Ph.D. in computer science from Polytechnic University and a B.S. in computer science from Queens College. He brings three decades of telecommunications and information technology experience and more than 20 years of higher-education teaching to his courses.

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Harry Goldberg, PhD at Sara Schenirer Institute

Harry Goldberg

PhD

Harry Goldberg, Ph.D., is an industry professor in cybersecurity and an academic coordinator for the Katz School of Science and Health. His career includes systems engineering and technology leadership roles at Telcordia Technologies and AT&T, as well as faculty experience at Brooklyn College. Goldberg earned an M.S. and Ph.D. in computer science from Polytechnic University and a B.S. in computer science from Queens College. He brings three decades of telecommunications and information technology experience and more than 20 years of higher-education teaching to his courses.

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Sara Pinter

MS

Sara Pinter earned her Master of Science in Computer Science from the University of Michigan-Flint. She has professional experience in software development and data engineering. Deeply passionate about higher education, she is committed to equipping college students with the practical skills and critical thinking needed to succeed in today's data-driven world.

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Toby Friedman

MS Applied and Computational Mathematics

Tuition & Financial Aid

The cost of the degree is $37,000. This covers the cost of college courses ($36,000) and required exams (approximately $1,000). Students who are eligible for financial aid (FAFSA) may receive scholarships to cover the full cost of the college courses. Your exact tuition amount will depend on your transfer credits and financial aid eligibility.

Eligible students can receive financial aid for the portion of the degree taken through SPU.

The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) can be completed online at this link. Be sure to complete the correct year’s application. SPU’s FAFSA school code is 002638.

Students should write “Title IV Code 002638 Saint Peter’s University, 2641 Kennedy Blvd., Jersey City, NJ” in the appropriate section of the FAFSA.

For New Jersey State residents only:

Your FAFSA information will be sent to HESAA to determine TAG eligibility. HESAA (NJFAMS) will send an email prompting you to create an account to access the TAG information.

Please note: The listed tuition costs are accurate as of the time of writing, but are not guaranteed. Please ask our advisor for updated pricing.

FAQs

What is the expected salary for positions in the field in data science?

The average salary for a data scientist in the United States is approximately $120,000 (Indeed.com). Other popular positions in the field include:

• Business intelligence analyst (average salary $100,000)

• Data analyst (average salary $78,000)

• Data mining engineer (average salary $100,000)

• Data warehouse architect (average salary $133,000)

• Machine learning engineer (average salary $140,000)

How does data science differ from computer science?

A degree in computer science focuses on learning coding languages and how software operates. It usually leads to careers in IT or software engineering. Data science, while it includes learning coding languages, is more focused on the algorithms that detect patterns in data to predict future outcomes and answer domain-based questions.

Will this degree be accepted by other universities?

St. Peter’s University is regionally accredited, which means that its degrees are accepted by graduate programs nationwide. Students have used the bachelor’s degree earned at SPU for admittance into master’s programs in a wide variety of institutions. For specific information about SPU’s accreditation, please see here.

How long will it take to earn my degree?

This degree can be completed in as few as six semesters (24 months).

Will my seminary credits count toward this degree?

Yes. Up to 36 seminary credits may be accepted toward the degree program.

Will the environment and education be suitable for a Bais Yaakov student?

UMSV and SPU pride themselves on offering superior education along with outstanding student support in a culturally sensitive environment. They are understanding of the unique requirements and religious sensitivities of the students recruited by Sara Schenirer and have worked diligently to accommodate our requests to ensure an environment suitable for Bais Yaakov graduates.

Why choose Sara Schenirer?

For students and parents alike, the world of college and degrees can be confusing, costly, and difficult to navigate. We pride ourselves on the high-quality educational institutions we partner with, all of whom offer an accredited degree, uncompromised environment, and first-rate faculty. Most of all, we provide exceptional warmth and support to every single UMSV and SPU student at Sara Schenirer. We work diligently to offer personal guidance to each student and help ensure their success and timely graduation.

Which credits can be applied towards the BS degree?

The Office of the Registrar at SPU grants transfer credits to students who have completed courses at accredited institutions and have provided their official transcripts for evaluation. The Office of the Registrar evaluates and accepts only credits that are applicable to the student’s program of study and reflect a final grade of ‘C’ or above. Accepted credits are applied to the student’s record, reflected on their academic planner, but not calculated into their St. Peter’s University GPA. The transfer credit planner will also be shared with the student’s advisor to assist with schedule creation and developing a graduation plan.

When and where are classes offered?

All classes are offered live-online on Sunday and one/ two weeknights each week (EST).

What makes Sara Schenirer different?

• An affordable degree program

• In-class learning with an online component

• Highly personalized student mentoring

• Generous transfer credit program

• Student-friendly Bais Yaakov environment

• Exemplary education with outstanding instructors

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