Computer Science M.S.

Computer Science M.S.

Master degree
24 months
Application deadlines: 15 August
Processing time: 30 days
Application fee: $50
Full-time
Intakes: September
International tuition: $14,580
Domestic tuition: $14,580

Program overview

The Master of Science in Computer Science program is a terminal professional degree program. The degree is based on course work and, for those not currently employed full time, an internship. The program does not require research, a thesis, or comprehensive examinations. A requirement of the program is to gain useful, real-world experience applying the tools and concepts acquired in the course of study. A student without prior, relevant work experience is required to do an internship, typically taken during the summer term.

Study options

Study options
This program can be done
On campus

Requirements

Exams:

  • TOEFL iBT
  • IELTS
International students are required to have a four-year bachelor's degree. Certain three-year degrees may be acceptable. International students are required to submit the following information: official TOEFL or IELTS scores. The minimum score for TOEFL is 90. The minimum score for IELTS is 7.

Career opportunities

Web developer Software application developer Computer systems analyst Software systems developer Network systems administrator Database administrator Computer hardware engineer Computer network architect Information security analyst Computer programmer Computer and information systems manager Project manager Software engineer Software architect

Campus location

Pittsburgh , United States