Online Masters in Computer and Information Sciences No GRE

The online M.S. in Computer Science program goes beyond classroom theory and dives right into real-world applications to solve problems and develop innovations. Through hands-on coursework, research and capstone experiences, students will advance their computing skills while honing their problem-solving, analytical and creative abilities. Plus, this program offers six different concentrations so they can customize their education to their career goals.

Admission Details

To be accepted to Lewis Online MS in Computer Science Program, candidates must meet the following requirements:

1. Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university. A bachelor’s degree in computer science, computer engineering, electrical engineering, mathematics or information systems is preferred. Applicants without undergraduate coursework in computer science or a related field will take up to four courses (13 credit hours) to provide the required foundation to pursue advanced study.

2. Full admission requires 3.0 GPA or higher on a 4.0 scale.

3. International students are required to have a TOEFL test score greater than 550 (computer-based 213; Internet-based 79).

In addition, applicants need to submit the following items during the application process:

1. Completed application

2. Official academic transcripts from all colleges attended

3. Two-page statement of purpose

4. A current resume

5. Two letters of recommendation

6. Application fee

Under certain circumstances, students who do not meet one or more of the requirements for full admission may be admitted to the program with provisional status. This is most commonly offered to applicants who earned an undergraduate GPA of less than 3.0. Students granted provisional status will be considered for full admission after they have attempted nine credit hours in the program and earned a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0. Provisionally admitted students who have not attained a minimum GPA of 3.0 out of 4.0 after attempting nine credit hours of MSCS coursework will be dismissed from the program.

Admission Details

Admission requirements for Tufts University School of Engineering's online MSCS:

1. GRE scores are no longer required for candidates with an undergraduate degree from an accredited US institution.

2. An $85 non-refundable application fee is required.

3. Transcripts received from each educational institution attended where credit was earned toward an undergraduate, graduate, or professional degree.

4. Three letters of recommendation.

5. Applicants are required to write a personal statement which details their reasons for wanting to pursue their Master of Science in Computer Science online at Tufts.

6. A resume or CV must be provided.

7. Applicants who are non-native English speakers are required to take the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or the International English Language Testing System (IELTS).

MS Computer Science Online

The Master of Computer Science in Data Science (MCS-DS) track is a non-thesis (coursework-only) program of study that leads to the MCS degree using courses that focus on data science. The MCS-DS track requires 32 credit hours of graduate coursework, completed through eight graduate-level courses each at the four credit hour level. The MCS-DS includes required coursework in machine learning, data mining, data visualization and cloud computing.

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Complete a Master’s degree at their own pace, at their own place! Illinois Computer Science has partnered with Coursera to use its massive open online course platform to offer the MCS to students in a more flexible and affordable way than is possible on campus. Students can earn the Online MCS in as little as one year, or in as many as five years.

The Online MCS program is a non-thesis degree that requires 32 credit hours of graduate coursework, completed through eight graduate-level courses each at the four credit hour level. The Online MCS currently offers coursework in the core areas of artificial intelligence, databases, human-computer interaction, software engineering, scientific computing and high-performance computing.

Students specifically interested in a data science focus should consider the University of Illinois Master of Computer Science in Data Science Track.

The Department of Computer Science does not require GRE scores for any of its graduate programs. Applications for the MCS do not require letters of recommendation, but they will be considered if included, especially if used to justify experience in lieu of required coursework, or other irregularities.

Printable version. Each Online MCS course is four credit hours.

Breadth coursework must have a letter grade of B- or higher. Any other course taken for letter grade must have a grade of C or higher.

Coursera fees: $79 per each Coursera MOOC course that is applied toward the Online MCS. If a required Coursera course has been completed for a certificate before the official Online MCS course started, students do not need to re-pay.

ProctorU fees: Most Online MCS courses require one or more exams. Exams are proctored online through the ProctorU service, which will be billed directly to the student when an exam is scheduled, at $8.75 (30-min.

The Department of Computer Science does not offer research or teaching assistantships to students enrolled in the university online programs, including the Online MCS. The Online MCS program is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and enrolled students are eligible for financial assistance.

If applicant are interested in receiving updates about the Online MCS, please complete Coursera's Interest Form.

Online Master of Computer Science

The Master of Computer Science offered online (MCS) is an advanced degree program offered by Arizona State University and hosted on Coursera’s platform, that is targeted at students with an undergraduate education in computing and related disciplines who can best profit from further breadth and background in computer science from a scientific and engineering discipline.

Admission Details

The Online Master of Computer Science program, offered through an innovative partnership between ASU’s School of Computing, Informatics, and Decision Systems Engineering and Coursera, is a rigorous computing degree.

A Master of Computer Science online

Designed for students seeking to expand their knowledge of computer science or computation, the Master of Computer Science online reflects the dual nature of computer science as both a scientific and engineering discipline by placing emphasis on both theory and practical applications.

The ASU MCS online is a non-thesis degree that requires 30 credit hours of coursework.

To receive a Professional Certification, applicant must successfully complete three online MCS courses with a 3.0 or higher on the first attempt.

Applicant can earn their Master of Computer Science with a concentration in Cybersecurity.

All students enrolled in this degree program have access to the Fulton Schools of Engineering Career Center, a one-of-a-kind dedicated career center for ASU's engineering students with a robust offering of online services and resources.

Graduates with an ASU Online Master of Computer Science have career opportunities illustrated in the following list.

OPTIONAL: Up to three letters of recommendation

Submit online application and pay application fee.

This is also a great option if applicant are interested in taking a few MCS online courses.

If applicant complete all three courses with a 3.0 GPA on the first attempt within a year, applicant have demonstrated ability to succeed in the subject matter and can apply to the degree program using this new GPA.

Submit their Master of Computer Science Pathway application here.Be sure to select "non-degree" in the upper left-hand corner when applicant start their application.

Their diploma and transcript will not indicate that the degree was completed online. The degree certificate will say Master of Computer Science.

Only credit-bearing coursework will be considered in the application.

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Letters of recommendation are optional. In the application, please enter their own name in the letters of recommendation to be able to continue with the application.

The statement of purpose should include their reasons for undertaking graduate work and an explanation of their academic interests, including their relation to their professional goals. There is no specific length for a statement of purpose.

A resume cannot be accepted as a personal statement.

Applicant will need to submit a new application to transfer their credits. If accepted, applicant can transfer up to 12 credits between programs from online program to the same on-campus program, as long as their grades are “B” or better.

ASU Online is dedicated to providing innovative, high-quality online education to Sun Devils from across the country and around the world.

Online master of computer science

The Online MCS program is a non-thesis (coursework-only) degree that requires 32 credit hours of graduate coursework, completed through eight graduate-level courses each at the four credit hour level. The MCS requires that four of these eight courses are chosen from unique "core" areas of computer science, and that three of these eight courses must be at the advanced graduate level (500-level).The Online MCS currently offers coursework in the core areas of artificial intelligence, databases, human-computer interaction, software engineering, scientific computing and high-performance computing.

Admission Details

The Master of Computer Science in Data Science (MCS-DS) track is a non-thesis (coursework-only) program of study that leads to the MCS degree using courses that focus on data science.

Applicants should hold a 4-year bachelor's degree (or equivalent). Students with a bachelor’s degree in a field other than CS are encouraged to apply, but to succeed in graduate-level CS courses, they must have prerequisite coursework or commensurate experience in object-oriented programming, data structures, algorithms, linear algebra, and statistics/probability. Applicants without this can strengthen their application for admission by passing the optional Data Structures Proficiency Exam. The recommended undergraduate GPA for applicants applying to the Professional Master's program is a 3.2/4.0 or higher.

**The Department of Computer Science does not require GRE scores for any of its graduate programs.**

Applications for the MCS do not require letters of recommendation, but will be considered if included, especially if used to justify experience in lieu of required coursework, or other irregularities.

Online Master of Computer Science in Data Science

Upgrade your organizational impact with a master in computer science. These powerhouse organizations rely on prepared practitioners to deliver robust software solutions to help them increase efficiency, reduce turnaround time, and maximize investment. Tailor your master degree program to your interests.

Admission Details

The admission process reflects Franklin University’s efforts to clearly identify the performance standards that can help predict student success in graduate level study. The selection criterion for Franklin’s graduate programs, as determined by faculty, emphasizes academic ability, contributory work experience, and personal qualities and characteristics.

Requirements for admission include having earned a bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution. The bachelor's degree final cumulative GPA must be at least a 2.75 on a 4.0 scale, otherwise a graduate entrance exam may be required. The candidate’s work history, references, and other personal qualities and characteristics will be considered as well if the GPA requirement is not met.

Recommended Application Deadlines for Fall August 5, for Spring is November 18 and for Summer April 13

The Master of Science – Computer Science program requires the following prerequisite courses (or the equivalent from an accredited school):

1. COMP 501 Foundations of Programming

2. COMP 502 Foundations of Data Structures & Algorithms

3. MATH 503 Foundations of Mathematics for Computing

Prerequisite courses must be completed with a grade of "C" or better. The Program Chair will determine, on an individual basis, course prerequisite requirements upon review of the student’s completed undergraduate courses, work experience, or demonstrated competency in Computer Science.

Entrance Exam- GMAT/GRE: This may be a requirement for applicants that earned a bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution, with a GPA below 2.75 (on a 4.0 scale).

English Language Testing & TOEFL IELTS: Prospective students must demonstrate English Language Proficiency. The requirement is met through any of the following:

1. The applicant is a citizen of a country where English is the official language.

2. The applicant has received a bachelor’s degree (or higher) from an institution located in an English-speaking country in which the courses were taught in English.

3. The applicant has earned appropriate scores on language proficiency exams taken within the last two years, as listed in the Academic Catalog.

The Master of Science in Computer Science online path to UL Lafayette's renowned Master of Science in Computer Science is ideal for students and professionals who want to broaden and deepen their understanding of computer science and software development. The University of Louisiana's online master’s in computer science degree is the same degree program offered on our campus, taught by the same professors, and prepares students to compete for high-level leadership opportunities.

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Master of Science in Computer Science

Master of Science in Systems Technology

In addition to the admission requirements of the Graduate School, admission to the Master of Science degree program in computer science requires official GRE scores as well as a bachelor's degree in computer science, computer or electrical engineering, math, physics, or a related field of study.

Because courses in this program will only be available online, the program may not be available to all applicants. The University of Louisiana at Lafayette and its online programs must be in compliance in every state where a student is located.