Seeking: Data scientists or career/college advisors We are looking for experts who can speak to the technical demands of graduate-level data science, how well online programs prepare you, and whether an affordable degree can truly compete in this competitive field. 1. How much math and programming experience do you realistically need coming into an online master's in data science will make sense? 2. Is a master's in data science still worth pursuing in a job market that is increasingly asking whether AI tools are replacing the roles this degree was designed to fill? 3. Can online data science programs replicate the collaborative, project-heavy learning environment that employers say produces job-ready graduates? 4. What is the difference between a master's in data science and a master's in computer science or statistics? 5. Any other advice for students thinking about entering this field? Please feel free to skip questions you can't speak to authentically.