Overview

The Computer Science program from Northeastern University is designed to prepare students for a variety of careers in computer science. The program combines both computing and important application domains.

This enables you to increase your broad-based knowledge in the field while focusing on one curricular concentration selected from a range of options, including artificial intelligence, computer-human interface, data science, game design, graphics, information security, networks, programming languages, software engineering, systems, and theory.

Career Outlook

Our MSCS graduates have found success in a wide range of careers, including:

Software development engineer at Amazon
Consultant at Deloitte
Software engineer at Microsoft
Full stack developer at Cartera Commerce, Inc.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Programming Design Paradigm

Software Engineering

Computer Systems

Algorithms

Computer Science and Its Applications

Development for Khoury Co-op

Discrete Structures

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-01-06 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-12-01 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2024-10-15 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2025-09-04 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-08-01 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2025-04-15 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Disciplines

Computer Sciences View 940 other Masters in Computer Sciences in United States

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

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

Online application and fee
Unofficial undergraduate/graduate transcripts; you can submit official transcripts from all colleges/universities attended at the time of admission
Statement of purpose that should include career goals and expected outcomes and benefits from the program
Recent professional resumé listing detailed position responsibilities
Three confidential letters of recommendation
Unofficial GRE General Test scores
Unofficial TOEFL or IELTS examination scores (international students only)

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Tuition Fee

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International

25875 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 1725 USD per credit during 24 months.
National

25875 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 1725 USD per credit during 24 months.
In-State

25875 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 1725 USD per credit during 24 months.

Living costs for Boston

1560 - 3239 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

Win a €10000 Scholarship! Deadline: 30 June 2020

Embark on your journey with the Studyportals Scholarship! We're giving away a total of 20,000 euros to help you achieve your dream of studying abroad.

Win a €10000 Scholarship! Deadline: 30 June 2020

Embark on your journey with the Studyportals Scholarship! We're giving away a total of 20,000 euros to help you achieve your dream of studying abroad.

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Scholarships Information

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Programme Structure

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Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Credits

Delivered

Disciplines

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What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Student insurance

Other requirements

General requirements

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Tuition Fee

International

National

In-State

Living costs for Boston

Financing

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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