Overview

Courses of study enable future teachers to provide basic instruction in areas of science and other educational programs.

Southern University and A&M College Graduates of the department receive an education that prepares them to apply theoretical and practical solutions to societal problems.

We strive to instill in students an appreciation for science as an area of human experience used in exploring and understanding the universe; research and cooperative work experience for students form an integral part of its educational programs.

Objectives

The objective of the program leading to the Master of Science in Computer Science is designed to foster independent study and research. Graduates of the program may aspire to pursue a doctoral degree , teach computer science, or pursue careers in business, industy, and government.

The graduate program allows students to focus on detailed research and to refine software development and database management skills. We offer five areas of emphasis:

Operating Systems and Architecture
Computational Science
Programming Languages / Software Engineering
Digital Data Communications
Data Analytic and Data Mining

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Operating Systems
Programming Languages
Computer Organization
Artificial Intelligence
Software Engineering
Data Analytics and Data Mining

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-18 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-04-15 00:00:00
Starting 2027-01-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00

Language

English

Credits

30 SCH

30 - 36

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Baton Rouge, United States

Disciplines

Computer Sciences View 909 other Masters in Computer Sciences in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.7

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

A minimum grade point average of 2.7 on all undergraduate work, or 3.0 on all graduate work completed, based on a 4.0 scale.
Official Transcript(s): transcripts showing all undergraduate work (and graduate work pursued, if any
Acceptable scores on a general test of the Graduate Record Examination.
Three letters of recommendation sent directly to the Director of Admissions.
A Statement of Purpose.
For International Students, a minimum score of 525 (123 on computer based examination) on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL), as evidence of proficiency in English and an Affidavit of Support (U.S. Department of Justice form I-134).

Tuition Fees

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

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

11338 USD / year

≈ 11338 USD / year
Out-of-State

11338 USD / year

≈ 11338 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

11338 USD / year

≈ 11338 USD / year

Living costs

Baton Rouge

United States

900 - 1400 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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Scholarships Information

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Available Scholarships

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