About |
Kip Carlson is the Director of the Master’s in Data Science & Analytics program at Elmhurst University, a nationally ranked institution in the Midwest. With over 40 years of experience in IT and AI leadership, Kip now oversees one of the country’s top online graduate programs, recognized for its 94% job placement rate, seamless AI integration, and career-focused curriculum.
Under his direction, the program has been named a Top 15 Online Master’s in Data Science by DiscoverDataScience.org and ranked #7 in the Midwest by U.S. News & World Report.
Kip specializes in helping adult learners and career changers master the tools of tomorrow—AI, analytics, machine learning—while learning 100% online, with no GRE required. His work is centered on preparing students for real-world success in high-demand roles across sectors.