Overview

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of computer and information technology occupations is projected to grow 12% (roughly 546,000 new jobs) from 2018 to 2028 — much faster than the average for all occupations.

As a graduate of the Computer Science program from the University of South Dakota, you'll prepare to excel as a professional in the field. Learn the ins and outs of the latest technological developments, including artificial intelligence, machine learning, computer vision, pattern recognition, data science, information retrieval, internet of things, cybersecurity and big data. But you won't stop there — due to our endless research and internship opportunities, you'll learn to apply your knowledge to solve real-world problems in every facet of society. Armed with both experience and knowledge, you'll be positioned to succeed in the rapidly growing fields of computer science, artificial intelligence, machine learning and information security.

Become a pioneer in the expanding world of computer science, artificial intelligence and informatics at USD.

An Affordable Education

Gain valuable real-world, professional experience while enjoying paid employment and discounted tuition rates as a graduate student at USD. The affordability you gain through graduate assistantships and fellowships will equip you will valuable, professional-level skills that will set you apart after graduation.

Teaching and research assistantships are awarded by individual departments. If you do not receive an assistantship within your department, you are eligible for an assistantship outside of your academic program or administrative assistantships within support offices are available at USD. Further inquiries should be directed to the graduate chair of the department.

For more information and to apply for a graduate assistantship, visit the Graduate Assistantship webpage.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Design And Analysis Of Computer Algorithms

Distributed Systems

Operating Systems & Architecture

Compiler Construction

Programming Science
Computer Vision

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-01 00:00:00 , International

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Application Deadline: Three weeks before the start of the semester

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Vermillion, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.7

English requirements

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General requirements

Application
Official Proof of English Proficiency
Official Transcripts - One official transcript (in English or with translation) verifying receipt of an undergraduate degree or equivalent degree from an institution with regional accreditation and previous graduate credit and degrees must accompany an application.
Official Admission Test Scores
Letters of Recommendation
Statement of Purpose
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Tuition Fees

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

International Applies to you

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Non-residents

12768 USD / year

≈ 12768 USD / year
Out-of-State

12768 USD / year

≈ 12768 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

7118 USD / year

≈ 7118 USD / year

Living costs

Vermillion

United States

1024 - 1781 USD / month

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Funding

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An Affordable Education

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

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Financing

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Available Scholarships

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