Overview

Today’s computer science professionals are found in nearly every industry. As technology continues to transform, evolve and become more specialized, companies are looking for skilled individuals with advanced degrees to lead their teams.

Because we have the largest and one of the most affordable Computer Science programs in Missouri, UCM is well-equipped to help you become a senior computer science professional. Our Computer Science master’s program at the University of Central Missouri has an Applied Artificial Intelligence and Data Science master’s degree track, as well as tracks in General Computer Science and Software Development. You’ll not only use technology to solve a variety of practical problems, but you’ll also gain relevant knowledge and skills so that you can lead in a career that interests you.

Career

The University of Central Missouri provides you with a graduate degree that opens doors professionally, no matter which Computer Science track you pursue.

UCM graduate program alumni are employed at Amazon, Boeing, Garmin, IBM, J.P. Morgan, Mastercard, Sprint and many Fortune 500 companies.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Advanced Algorithms

Advanced Operating Systems

Advanced Database Systems

Compiler Design and Construction

Computer Graphics

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-18 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-09-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-05-18 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-01 00:00:00 , International

More details

Students Staying in Their Home Country deadline: 2-3 weeks prior to the start of the semester.

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Lees Summit, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.8

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Other requirements

General requirements

Applicants must complete the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) with a minimum combined score of 291 in Verbal and Quantitative reasoning.

Applicants must submit official GRE test scores through the Educational Testing Services (ETS) directly to the University of Central Missouri. The ETS institution code for sending GRE scores to UCM is 6090 and the program code is 0402.

Applicants with exceptional undergraduate performance may be considered with a lower GRE score.

A minimum TOEFL score of 550 (paper based) or 213 (computer-based) or 79 (Internet based) is required.

Tuition Fees

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

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Applies to you

Non-residents

18000 USD / year

≈ 18000 USD / year
Out-of-State

18000 USD / year

≈ 18000 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

12000 USD / year

≈ 12000 USD / year

Living costs

Lees Summit

United States

800 - 1300 USD / month

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

Funding

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Overview

Career

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

Living costs

Lees Summit

Funding

Scholarships Information

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