The University of Maryland Global Campus (UMGC) has been ranked among the nation’s top programs for its Online Bachelor of Science in Data Science, earning the No. 10 spot in TechGuide’s 2026 Best Online Bachelor’s in Data Science Programs.
UMGC Portfolio Director Elena Gortcheva, Ph.D., says the program stands out for its hands‑on, workforce‑aligned curriculum. “Employers want graduates who can apply skills immediately and our students work with real data to solve real problems. Our program prepares them for both today’s and tomorrow's challenges.”
TechGuide bases the rankings on Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) data, focusing on student‑centered metrics like class size, faculty support, financial aid, and graduation outcomes.