Master of Science in Computer Science

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Program Benefits

The Masters of Science in Computer Science program is designed for you, even if you don't have a bachelor's in Computer Science. The Computer Science (MSCS) at KSU is a rigorous degree program that includes advanced coursework and research activities on a wide range of computer science subjects such as artificial intelligence cybersecurity, databases, data science, human-computer interaction, networking, scientific computing, and high-performance computing.

The MSCS program serves two teaching models:

Computer Scientists’ Research Training
Professional Training for Industry Practitioners

You can choose either model to pursue your professional and academic goals in computer science.

The MSCS program features a curriculum that blends theoretical foundations of computer science with state-of-the-art computing technologies. After graduation, you’ll be prepared to enter growing, innovative fields including data science cyber and network security, high-performance computing, and artificial intelligence.

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Program Snapshot

Program Format: Face-to-Face, Online, Hybrid

Number of Credit Hours: 30 Total Hours

Entry Terms: Fall, Spring, Summer

Time to Complete: 1-2 Years

Application Deadlines:

Fall, July 1st
Spring, November 1^st
Summer, April 1^st

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Admissions Requirements

Online Graduate Application - There is a non-refundable $60 application fee.
Transcripts - Official transcripts from EACH College and/or University you have attended. Must be in a sealed envelope from the institution or sent electronically from the institution directly to ksugrad@kennesaw.edu.
Resume - (Can be uploaded into the online application) - Should detail the following: successful completion of required undergraduate coursework; performance on previous computer science coursework; certificates of attainment in computer-related training/self-study programs; accomplishments in professional activities; and relevant work experience.

Letters of Recommendation - Optional
Successful applicants will have coursework covering at least 7 of the following areas:
Data Structures, Computer Organization & Architecture, Operating Systems, Software Development, Database, Data Communications or Networking, Calculus (including limits and sequences), Discrete Modeling or Linear Algebra, and Probability and Statistics.
Evidence of competency in programming in Java and at least one other programming language. This requirement can be met by grades of A or B in appropriate coursework and/or submission of representative programs.

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MSCS Degree Benefits at Kennesaw State

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Companies recruited students and alumni from KSU in 2020

Flexible Course Options – The computer science degree offers flexible options to fit your needs and a busy schedule, including in-class, and online courses. We maintain small class sizes to ensure that you get the opportunity to know and work with your professors and classmates.
Flexible Model for your Career Path – Choose from either the research model or the practitioner model to reinforce your career goals.
Diverse Career Options – As a computer science graduate, you will have varied career choices that will lead to quicker employment.

What can you do with a Computer Science degree?

With the KSU computer science degree, you will have opportunities in careers in computing-related fields, especially in the development of any computing-based solutions. Job titles from KSU graduates of the computer science program include: