Apply by October 15, 2024 to receive an application fee waiver for the Spring 2025 cohort.
START A NEW CAREER IN COMPUTER SCIENCE — All Experience Levels Welcome.
ONLINE MASTER OF SCIENCE IN COMPUTER SCIENCE
GMAT/GRE
Not Required
30
Credits
10
Courses
100%
Online
Program Benefits
At Stevens, we cultivate the next generation of innovators through our 100% online, leading-edge curriculum. From Java, Python and C++ to machine learning and cloud computing, our graduates are empowered to engineer solutions and build the future in a dynamic and rapidly growing field. Stevens designed the Online M.S. in Computer Science curriculum to align with in-demand industry skills and emerging technologies while equipping students with a strong foundation in theory and academic areas of inquiry.
EXCELLENCE IN ONLINE EDUCATION
StevensOnline is a seven-time winner of the 21st Century Award for Best Practices in Distance Learning by the United States Distance Learning Association.
INNOVATION IN INDUSTRY
The MSCS program will prepare you to adapt to industry disruptors and work as an agile computer science professional. Traditional and accelerated tracks, as well as opportunities to explore areas of focus, help you get the most out of your program experience.
RENOWNED PROGRAM FACULTY
The computer science faculty includes active researchers who are renowned experts in cybersecurity, software engineering and algorithms.
99%
EMPLOYMENT
99% of MSCS graduates in the class of 2023 accepted job offers within three months of graduating.¹
NO. 1
BEST IT PROGRAMS
Stevens is ranked No. 1 in New Jersey for Best Online Master’s in Computer Information Technology Programs by U.S. News & World Report (2024).
TOP 20
FOR BEST CAREER PLACEMENT
Stevens is named one of the Top 20 U.S. Private Schools for Best Career Placement by The Princeton Review (2024).
NO. 15
IN BEST VALUE
Stevens is ranked No. 15 among Best Value Colleges by PayScale (2024).2
CAREER-ALIGNED CURRICULUM
COMPUTER SCIENCE JOBS ARE PROJECTED TO GROW 23% BY 2032.
In an increasingly connected world, you will learn in-demand computer science skills with the support of experienced faculty who consult for industry giants like Google, IBM, Bell Labs and Microsoft, and graduate with a competitive edge to meet the critical needs of an expanding job sector across various industries.
Key Dates & Deadlines
*Applicants who apply by the early submit deadline and are admitted may be eligible for a $250 deposit waiver. Applicants who receive education assistance from employers or other tuition discounts are not eligible. Other eligibility conditions may apply.
JOIN A NETWORK OF VISIONARIES
WHY CHOOSE STEVENS
Investing in your future with a graduate degree from Stevens is a smart choice. You will gain access to the same quality programs and distinguished faculty as on-campus graduate students while having the flexibility to study from anywhere in the world. From our nationally recognized stature, to studying with experienced faculty, to connecting with over 50,000 global alumni, we offer unique advantages to support your graduate study.
Our faculty produce groundbreaking research that enables better planning and policy, improves healthcare and treatment, builds our understanding of critical questions, shares useful insight, and makes life safer, more secure and more comfortable. The researchers, practitioners and entrepreneurs that comprise the Stevens Institute of Technology faculty bring innovation and insight to students across disciplines and around the world.
Frequently Asked Questions
Students in the online master’s in computer science program are required to take ten classes (30 credit hours). On average, students can earn their degree in less than two years. This timeline may vary depending on how many credits are taken each semester.
The M.S. in Computer Science is an online program. This format is centered around students engaging in distance learning coursework to develop skills as software development leaders and high-quality coders.
Yes. Students have a variety of options to fund their education. We encourage you to consult with the Office of Financial Aid or a financial advisor when determining the best way to fund your education.
Connecting with an enrollment advisor will help you:
- Understand the program admissions criteria and know whether you are eligible to apply
- Gain insight into application best practices and how to submit a strong application
- Know what to expect in your online classroom, including the level of faculty interaction, program outcomes and more
- Have an immediate line of support in the event you have questions or need clarification about the Online MSCS program
Stevens Institute of Technology has been continually accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE) since 1927. Stevens is accredited until 2027 and the next self-study evaluation is scheduled to take place during 2026-2027.
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Contact Us1Based on data from 2023 full-time program graduates.
2Based on the cost of a four-year bachelor’s degree program.