Overview

The Information Science and Technology degree from University of Wisconsin Milwaukee will be composed of 30* credit hours and will supplement our Bachelors of Science in Information Science and Technology.

The MSIST will provide essential skills and knowledge in the following areas:

Data science: Provides students with advanced knowledge and skills to manage data sets generated by applications.
Information security: Focuses on techniques on ensuring the security of all data captured, stored and analyzed through applications

The program is currently accepting students with varying levels of technical expertise. If you would like to learn more, please complete our information request form and an academic advisor will contact you.

MSIST Careers

Computer and Information Research Scientists
Computer Network Architects
Computer Systems Analysts
Database Administrators
Information Security Analysts
Network and Computer Systems Administrators
Software Developers
Web Developers and Digital Designers

Programme Structure

Courses Include:

Data Science
Survey of Information Security
Computing Fundamentals for IT Professionals
Software Development Life Cycle
Application Development
Software Development in Python

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-09-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-03-01 00:00:00
Starting 2026-01-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-11-01 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus, Blended, Online

Disciplines

Information Technology (IT) Web Technologies & Cloud Computing Software Engineering View 146 other Masters in Web Technologies & Cloud Computing in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.75

GRE^®

Required

GMAT

Required

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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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

UWM Graduate School Online Application
Upon submitting your application you will receive an e-mail from the university, explaining how to check the status of your application on our PAWS online student information system.
One copy of transcripts (directly from each institution you attended).
Reasons for Graduate Study
Resume
Application processing fees

Tuition Fee

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International

26159 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 26159 USD per year during 12 months.
National

26159 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 26159 USD per year during 12 months.
In-State

12728 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 12728 USD per year during 12 months.

Online: $2,400 per course

Living costs for Milwaukee

1066 - 1767 USD /month

Living costs

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

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Available Scholarships

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