Overview

The Computer Science and Engineering program at University of Nevada, Reno prepares students for advanced jobs in industry or for further study and research as part of a Ph.D. program.

Why choose us for your graduate degree in computer science and engineering?

Students in the M.S. program in computer science and engineering gain experience with both hardware and software and learn how to blend technical expertise with creative problem-solving skills to push technological boundaries, create automated solutions to human problems and build better computing systems.

Both the M.S. and the Ph.D. in computer science offer the opportunity to work with faculty who specialize in various areas and prepare you take full advantage of the diverse job opportunities available for computer experts.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Principles of Operating Systems

Analysis of Algorithms

Cybersecurity and Network Systems

Data and Software Systems

Intelligent and Autonomous Systems

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2024-01-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2023-08-15 00:00:00
Starting 2024-08-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-01-15 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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TOEFL^® IBT

80

Credits

31 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

General Engineering & Technology Computer Sciences Software Engineering View 524 other Masters in Software Engineering in United States

Academic requirements

GPA

3

GRE^®

156 _{(quantitative)}

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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TOEFL^® IBT

80

Student insurance

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Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Other requirements

General requirements

Applicants to the master’s degree program should have a bachelor’s degree in engineering, mathematics, or science and have minimum experience that includes the equivalent of a Computer Science and Engineering minor. Applicants should further meet the following minimum criteria and the materials for admission:

A minimum undergraduate GPA of 3.0.

A minimum GRE Quantitative score of at least 156.

A minimum TOEFL score of 80 or IELTS score of 6.5 for international applicants.

A one-page personal statement describing research interests and career goals.

Two letters of recommendation.

Admission decisions are competitive and satisfaction of the above thresholds does not guarantee an admission. Exceptions to these criteria may be made for applicants who show exceptional promise.

Tuition Fee

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International

22748 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 22748 USD per year during 12 months.
National

22748 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 22748 USD per year during 12 months.
In-State

5792 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 5792 USD per year during 12 months.

Living costs for Reno

860 - 1230 USD /month

Living costs

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

Financing

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Funding

Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.

Studyportals Scholarship Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and win up to €10000 to cover your tuition fees.

Studyportals Scholarship Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and win up to €10000 to cover your tuition fees.

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Computer Science and Engineering.

Available Scholarships

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