Overview

The Computer Science M.Sc. at Carnegie Mellon University provides students with a bachelor's degree the opportunity to enhance their professional training through advanced academic study. This programme is specifically designed for individuals possessing high-level analytic skills and a strong aptitude for programming and logical reasoning.

Why Computer Science at Carnegie Mellon University?

The department is consistently ranked among the highest in the world for the study of computing. Students benefit from a curriculum grounded in the fundamental foundations of the field while remaining integrated with the latest research breakthroughs. The programme offers a unique level of flexibility, allowing students to construct their own course of study in direct consultation with an academic advisor rather than following a fixed set of modules.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

International fee: USD 60400 per year
National fee: USD 60400 per year
Local fee: USD 60400 per year

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Syllabus

The curriculum requires the completion of approximately eight qualifying courses, totalling 96-108 units. Students must select modules across several core areas to ensure a breadth of knowledge. Modules may include:

Computer Systems
Artificial Intelligence
Elective Studies

While the programme is primarily coursework-based, a thesis option is available for those interested in formal research. Approximately one-third of students engage in research activities during their studies. Some students may also undertake preparatory work in Computer Systems to satisfy prerequisites for advanced modules.

Careers with Computer Science

Graduates of this programme are prepared for advanced technical roles that require deep expertise in computing and logical analysis. The department provides resources such as employer recruiting and partnership links to support students in their professional journey. While the M.Sc. is a distinct professional degree rather than a direct path to doctoral study, the rigorous training ensures graduates are highly competitive in the global technology sector.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Imperative or Object-Oriented Programming

Functional Programming

Theory of Probability

System Programming

Breadth Areas: AI, Systems, Theory

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 18 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-16 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

108 alternative credits

Carnegie Mellon has adopted the method of assigning a number of “units” for each course to represent the quantity of work required of students.

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Pittsburgh, United States

Disciplines

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Other requirements

General requirements

Graduate Record Examination (GRE) scores.

If your native language is not English, then you must submit a TOEFL. A successful applicant will normally have a total iBT score of at least 100.

A PDF of your most recent transcript from each college and/or university you attended, even if no degree was granted.

Your resume in PDF format.

Your Statement of Purpose — a concise one- or two-page essay describing your primary research interests, related experiences and objective in pursuing a Masters in computer science.

Three letters of recommendation, at least two of which are from faculty or recent employers.

Tuition Fees

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60400 USD / year

≈ 60400 USD / year
Out-of-State

60400 USD / year

≈ 60400 USD / year
Domestic

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In-State

60400 USD / year

≈ 60400 USD / year

Living costs

Pittsburgh

United States

1148 - 1944 USD / month

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