Data Analytics & Intelligence for Social Impact B.S.

DAISI. One program. Multiple pathways. Real-world impact.

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An academic journey that transforms experiences into impact.

The DAISI Program

Data Analytics for Social Impact

Master the tools to analyze and contextualize complex data. We combine modern technical skills with close mentoring to ensure your work leads to responsible, impactful outcomes.
34%

Data-driven roles are projected through 2034.

U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
$85K +

Average starting salary for data analytics & intelligence.

BuiltIn

Top Employers

  • Sports, Media & Performance Intelligence
  • Consulting & Human-AI Innovation
  • Health, Social Impact & Policy

Focus Areas

Sports & Performance Psychology Health & Wellness Education Social Impact / NGO
Contextualized Learning

Collaborative & Interdisciplinary

Customize your studies with a selection of courses drawn from various disciplines across education, health, and community systems.

Close Mentoring

Learn from Expert Faculty

Get guidance from outstanding researchers and practitioners working at the cutting edge of analytics, AI and Social Impacts.

Real Impact

By Students, For Students

Build your network, skillsets and hands-on experience through collaboration, internships, competitions, and more.

Human-centered Intelligence

Interdisciplinary Career Outcomes

Where Data Meets Human Potential

Go beyond the spreadsheet. Apply analytics and AI to the challenges that matter most in psychology, sports, and education.

Behavior & Psychology

Model motivation, attention, and decision-making using surveys, digital traces, and behavioral data.

Psychometrics Behavior UX

Sports & Human Performance

Translate wearable, video, and performance data into training insights, injury prevention, and game strategy.

Wearables Performance Injury

Learning & Student Success

Use data to improve instruction, personalize learning, and support retention — from K–12 to higher education.

Dashboards Alerts Tutoring

Wellness & Counseling

Support wellbeing with privacy-aware analytics — tracking outcomes, engagement, and program effectiveness.

Health Risk Patient

Social Impact & NGO

Measure impact, target resources, and communicate results with compelling stories and responsible AI.

Measurement Data Storytelling

Human-Centered Products

Build AI-enabled tools that people actually trust and use — grounded in learning science and human factors.

Responsible AI Product

Build a portfolio that speaks across disciplines.

Graduate with projects that combine analytics, visualization, and AI — applied to real questions in education, psychology, sports, health, and social impact.

Our Mission

Precision with Purpose

We equip future leaders with the strategy and technical expertise required to transform raw data into actionable change.
Program Overview
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Student & Faculty Perspectives

Collaborative &
Customizable

Equips graduates with technical capabilities in data intelligence, critical thinking, and a strong theoretical foundation.

Interdisciplinary
Approach

Integrates knowledge from education, sociology, and psychology for contextualized intelligence that drives change.

Responsible
Decisions

Provides the skills to contextualize data, detect bias, and derive insights for ethical, data-driven decisions.

Mentorship &
Outcomes

Learn from experts and graduate with a strong portfolio, internship experience, and career support.

Student Leaders

The Next Generation of Experts

Our students aren't just learning; they are leading. From research to community projects, see how our learners are applying human-centered thinking today.
Yanni Tiimob
Yanni Tiimob
Internships
Incitement Italy ETS, American Heritage, and more
Addie Necco
Addie Necco
Internships
UM Athletic Department, IMG Academy
Liam Szymonski
Liam Szymonski
Internships
SiWeGo, UM Athletic Department, and more

Hands-on Experience

Gain Real-World Experience Beyond the Classroom

Build a professional portfolio through internships, global learning, and competitions. We prioritize "learning by doing" to prepare you for the modern workforce.
Internship
Internships

Apply analytics in real teams

Gain hands-on experience in data intelligence, reporting, forecasting, and storytelling. Graduate with a professional portfolio of real project work.

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Study Abroad
Study Abroad

Expand your perspective globally

Explore global data problems through short-term programs or semester options. Learn how analytics is utilized across cultures and international industries.

Plan your journey
Competitions

Compete, present, and stand out

Participate in case competitions and data challenges. Solve real sponsor problems, present to expert judges, and build artifacts that employers love.

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Take the Next Step

Join the DAISI Program

Ready to start your journey? Apply today to join a community dedicated to using data for good.

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