Best Data Science Schools Near Escanaba, MI (2026)

Updated September 5, 2026 BLS data College Scorecard On this page

Escanaba, Michigan has 2 accredited schools offering data science programs. Escanaba has a population of about 12,374. Median household income is $40,169 (Census ACS 2023, 5-year). About 18.9% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. In Michigan, the top-earning data science-related role is Database Architects at a median $131,000 annually (BLS, May 2025).

Closest Data Science Schools to Escanaba

The accredited institutions listed below are the closest in our directory that offer data science programs near Escanaba, ranked by BOC Score and straight-line distance from Escanaba city center. The list is rebuilt from federal IPEDS data on every site update.

How We Rank Schools

Every school list on this site is ordered by the BOC Score, computed from the most recent school-level data published by the U.S. Department of Education (College Scorecard and IPEDS). To qualify, a school must be currently operating and accredited by an agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Each eligible school is then scored on five measures, percentile-ranked against schools at the same credential level:

  • Graduation rate 30%
  • Median earnings, 10 years after entry 25%
  • Average net price (lower is better) 20%
  • Retention rate 15%
  • Fully online availability 10%

Schools without enough outcome data appear after ranked schools, without a score. On this page, schools are ordered by distance from Escanaba. Advertising never affects these rankings. Read the full methodology.

Ranked by BOC Score — U.S. Dept. of Education outcome data. Advertising never affects rankings.

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#1

Northern Michigan University

Marquette, MI 58.1 miles from Escanaba
  • 4 year
  • Offers a fully online program
54.2 BOC Score
Graduation rate 56%
Median earnings, 10 yrs after entry $47,107
Avg net price $14,085/yr
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Key stats
  • Retention rate: 77%
  • Programs offered: 122

Source:IPEDSCollege Scorecard

#2

Michigan Technological University

Houghton, MI 117.4 miles from Escanaba
  • 4 year
  • Offers a fully online program
83.1 BOC Score
Graduation rate 71%
Median earnings, 10 yrs after entry $78,198
Avg net price $14,182/yr
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Key stats
  • Retention rate: 88%
  • Programs offered: 95

Source:IPEDSCollege Scorecard

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#3

Grand Valley State University

Allendale, MI 201.3 miles from Escanaba
  • 4 year
  • Offers a fully online program
65.8 BOC Score
Graduation rate 66%
Median earnings, 10 yrs after entry $56,118
Avg net price $16,317/yr
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Key stats
  • Retention rate: 76%
  • Programs offered: 137

Source:IPEDSCollege Scorecard

#4

Calvin University

Grand Rapids, MI 208.4 miles from Escanaba
  • 4 year
  • Offers a fully online program
  • Accredited
71.1 BOC Score
Acceptance rate 71%
Graduation rate 76%
Median earnings, 10 yrs after entry $58,375
Avg net price $22,992/yr
Tuition
In‑state$39,350
Out‑of‑state$39,350
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Key stats
  • Retention rate: 88%
  • Programs offered: 89

Source:Accreditor: Higher Learning CommissionIPEDSCollege Scorecard

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#5

Delta College

University Center, MI 214.8 miles from Escanaba
  • 2 year
  • Offers a fully online program
  • Accredited
46.8 BOC Score
Graduation rate 21%
Median earnings, 10 yrs after entry $37,781
Avg net price $4,547/yr
Tuition
In‑state$4,820
Out‑of‑state$7,880
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 63

Source:Accreditor: Higher Learning CommissionIPEDSCollege Scorecard

#6

Andrews University

Berrien Springs, MI 264.0 miles from Escanaba
  • 4 year
  • Offers a fully online program
  • Accredited
70.4 BOC Score
Acceptance rate 82%
Graduation rate 69%
Median earnings, 10 yrs after entry $53,187
Avg net price $12,547/yr
Tuition
In‑state$35,056
Out‑of‑state$35,056
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Key stats
  • Retention rate: 83%
  • Programs offered: 83

Source:Accreditor: Higher Learning CommissionIPEDSCollege Scorecard

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#7

University of Michigan-Ann Arbor

Ann Arbor, MI 291.9 miles from Escanaba
  • 4 year
  • Offers a fully online program
93.4 BOC Score
Graduation rate 94%
Median earnings, 10 yrs after entry $83,648
Avg net price $13,138/yr
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Key stats
  • Retention rate: 98%
  • Programs offered: 206

Source:IPEDSCollege Scorecard

#8

Eastern Michigan University

Ypsilanti, MI 296.5 miles from Escanaba
  • 4 year
  • Offers a fully online program
50.7 BOC Score
Graduation rate 54%
Median earnings, 10 yrs after entry $51,793
Avg net price $15,407/yr
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Key stats
  • Retention rate: 68%
  • Programs offered: 156

Source:IPEDSCollege Scorecard

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Source: IPEDS / College Scorecard (2023 cohort). Browse all Michigan schools on the Michigan data science page.

Data Science Wages Near Escanaba

Occupation Median Annual Wage (Michigan, statewide)
Data Scientists $100,590
Statisticians $102,710
Operations Research Analysts $83,480
Software Developers $125,570
Actuaries $100,640
Database Architects $131,000
Computer Systems Analysts $103,410
Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists $66,780

Source: BLS, May 2025 Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics publishes wage data at the metro (MSA) and state level – not by individual city.

Escanaba at a Glance

Metric Value Source
Population 12,374 Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B01003)
Median household income $40,169 Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B19013)
Adults 25+ with bachelor’s+ 18.9% Census ACS 2023 5-yr (B15003)

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many accredited data science schools are near Escanaba, MI?

Our directory has 2 accredited schools offering data science programs near Escanaba. The closest is Northern Michigan University in Marquette, MI (58.1 miles), and the farthest of the schools shown is University of Wisconsin-Green Bay (93.2 miles). 2 of the highlighted schools are flagged as offering distance education.

What are the highest-paying data science roles in Michigan?

Based on BLS May 2025 state wage data, the top-paying data science-related roles in Michigan are: Database Architects ($131,000), Software Developers ($125,570), Computer Systems Analysts ($103,410). Wages for Escanaba workers will track these statewide medians, adjusted for local cost of living.

Should I look at programs in Marquette instead of Escanaba?

Marquette, MI is 57.1 miles from Escanaba and has its own set of local data science programs – see the city’s page. For online programs, distance matters less; for hybrid or in-person formats, comparing both can help.

Is Escanaba an affordable place to study data science?

Escanaba’s median household income of $40,169 (Census ACS 2023) is one input. Online programs let students stay in Escanaba while attending lower-cost out-of-state schools, and Michigan public universities often offer reduced in-state online tuition.

How do I verify a program is accredited?

Confirm institutional accreditation via the U.S. Department of Education database (U.S. Dept. of Education database), and check for any program-specific accreditation listed by the school.

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Other Programs Available in Escanaba

Compare every accredited online degree program with city-level data for Escanaba:

Data verified: September 5, 2026. Salary, employment, and tuition figures on this page are sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (OEWS May 2025; Employment Projections 2024–2034) and the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (2023 cohort). The source agency and data year are cited inline with every statistic.

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