Program Comparison
Online MS in Computer Science
- The program is 33 credit hours and is composed of 10 courses, including a capstone project completed over two semesters.
- Students can complete the online MSCS in less than two years.*
- Ideal for students who are futuristic thinkers with inquisitive minds who want to develop innovative solutions for today’s digital challenges.
- Graduates have gone on to work as database administrators, hardware engineers, network architects, web developers, software developers, systems analysts, and threat detection analysts.
*subject to taking the required number of credits
Online MS in Data Science
- The program is 32 credit hours and is composed of 10 courses, including a capstone project completed over two semesters.
- Students can complete the online MSDS in less than two years.*
- Ideal for students with a strong math background who are interested in a next-generation career in data analysis and data-centric problem-solving.
- Graduates have gone on to work as data analysts, data engineers, database administrators, machine learning engineers, data scientists, database architects, statisticians, and data and analytics managers.
*subject to taking the required number of credits
Online Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Computer Science
- The Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Computer Science is composed of two program tracks. The certificate track is composed of 5-6 classes for a total of 17-23 credits. The master’s track is composed of 2 classes for a total of 7 credits and is designed as a bridge for students without a background in computer science who want to later enroll in the MSCS program.
- Students can complete the program in as little as one year.*
- Ideal for students who are new to the field of computer science and are looking to gain a solid foundation in the field to pursue new career opportunities or with the goal of continuing their education to pursue a Master of Science in Computer Science.
*subject to taking the required number of credits