MSCS Overview
The computer science master’s program at Stevens Institute of Technology offers you a curriculum aligned with high-demand areas such as software development, web programming, mobile systems and applications, cloud computing, human-computer interaction, and enterprise software design.
PROGRAM DETAILS
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The computer science master's program develops in-demand knowledge and skills to put you on track for career success.
At Stevens, we put our strengths behind your career
Career Opportunities
- Computer Systems Analyst
- Programmer
- Database Administrator
- Software Developer
- Software Quality Assurance Tester
- Web Developer

The Stevens Career Center is dedicated to helping students succeed in obtaining employment or continuing their education as appropriate to their career objectives and personal goals.
Top Hiring Organizations
- Amazon
- Bank of America
- IBM
- JPMorgan
“Ever since I completed my bachelor’s degree 14 years ago, I always wanted to go back to school to complete my master’s degree. I’m very happy that I found the StevensOnline program. It gives me the flexibility to learn at my pace, and the Canvas tool provides a very good way to access lecture notes, videos, assignments, quizzes and grades—all in one place.”
Syed Kamal
2019 Online M.S. in Computer Science Graduate

Coursework
Below are Traditional and Advanced course sequences for the MS in Computer Science program. Students will engage in coursework on the following topics to develop skills as software development leaders and high-quality coders.
Traditional Coursework
Term 1
Term 2
Term 3
Term 4
Term 5
Advanced Coursework
Term 1
Term 2
Term 3
Term 4
Term 5
PROGRAM ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor’s degree
Minimum GPA of 3.0 from an accredited institution. Degree required to begin program; completion not required at time of application.
College Transcripts
You may submit unofficial transcripts during the application process. After admission, you will be required to submit official transcripts.
Two letters of recommendation
Faculty members and/or professional colleagues.
TOEFL/IELTS Scores
Required for international students.
Statement of Purpose
Optional, but strongly recommended.
Resume
Optional, but strongly recommended.
TEST SCORE ACCOMMODATIONS DURING THE NOVEL CORONAVIRUS OUTBREAK
Due to the impacts of the coronavirus (COVID-19) on testing centers in China and elsewhere, Stevens has made the following accommodations available to all students for the fall 2020 admissions cycle:
- IELTS/TOEFL: Affected applicants may submit Duolingo English Test (DET) results in lieu of TOFEL/IELTS exam results.
TUITION & COST
$1,686
Per Credit (30 Credits)
$60
Application Fee - Fee waivers available
$250
Enrollment Deposit
February 16, 2021
Early Submit
Application fee waiver
March 22, 2021
Priority Submit
Application fee waiver
April 19, 2021
Final Submit
Final application deadline
May 20, 2021
Classes Start
Summer 2021 Cohort
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Giuseppe Ateniese
Farber Chair Professor and Department Chair for the Department of Computer Science

FACULTY
Our faculty includes five National Science Foundation (NSF) CAREER winners as well as researchers who consult with companies such as Microsoft, IBM, Google, Bell Labs and other top industry firms.

Giuseppe Ateniese
Farber Chair Professor and Department Chair for the Department of Computer Science

David Naumann
Professor

Susanne Wetzel
Professor

Sandeep Bhatt
Teaching Professor

Eduardo Bonelli
Teaching Professor

Samantha Kleinberg
Associate Professor