M.S. Program in Computer Science

The M.S. program is designed primarily to train students with professional goals in business, industry, or government, requiring a detailed knowledge of computer science concepts and applications. The program concentrates primarily on applied computer science, emphasizing programming, software development, computer systems, and applications with appropriate theoretical background. Each student is given the experience of working on one or more projects involving analysis, design, evaluation, and/or implementation. The students chooses one of three M.S. options:

1. Basic Project Option,
2. Advanced Project Option,
3. Thesis Option.

The M.S. Degree requires successful completion of at least 31 graduate credits in computer science (subject to certain restrictions to ensure appropriate breadth and depth) with a GPA of at least 3.0. For further details of the M.S. Program, please see the latest edition of the Graduate Handbook.

	Requirements for the M.S. Degree (applicable to students registered before Fall 2010)
	Requirements for the M.S. Degree (applicable to students registered in Fall 2010 and onwards)
	Information Assurance Specialization at the M.S. Level
	List of CSE 522 Courses for the Basic Project Option
	Frequently Asked Questions for the M.S. Students