Overview

About the Computer Science at the University of Rhode Island

The Master of Science in Computer Science program has one of the most flexible series of course requirements of graduate programs in the region, specifically designed to allow a student and their advisor to determine the best program of study for the student’s interests.

The program has two tracks: thesis and non-thesis.

The Thesis Track is designed to prepare students for a computer science research career in either industry or academia, including an excellent preparation for further Ph.D. studies. The Non-Thesis Track is designed to provide comprehensive course work in advanced computer science.

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Computing Concepts

The Joy of Programming

Survey of Computer Science

Topics in Computing

Computer Programming

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-04 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-15 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-01-22 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-15 00:00:00
Starting 2027-09-04 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Kingston, United States

Disciplines

Computer Sciences Bioinformatics & Biostatistics Software Engineering View 343 other Masters in Software Engineering in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

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Other requirements

General requirements

A bachelor’s degree in computer science or a closely related field. Applicants with a bachelor’s degree in an unrelated field will be considered provided they have completed course work covering the material in CSC 212, 301, 340/447, 440 and MTH 141 plus one MTH course at the 200 level or above or STA course at the 400 level or above. Students may be admitted who have completed only a part of the above course work but they will be required to complete the deficiencies before taking more advanced classes.

Adequate undergraduate preparation in the proposed major field or equivalent evidence of an appropriate background for undertaking an advanced degree program

A cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better in the undergraduate career that can be confirmed with official transcripts from the institution (some programs may require a higher or lower GPA).

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

32186 USD / year

≈ 32186 USD / year
Out-of-State

32186 USD / year

≈ 32186 USD / year
Domestic

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In-State

16530 USD / year

≈ 16530 USD / year

Additional Details

New England Regional: $23,946

Living costs

Kingston

United States

1000 - 1500 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Overview

About the Computer Science at the University of Rhode Island

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Additional Details

Living costs

Kingston

Financing

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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