Computer Science - Master of Computer Science - MCS

College of Science

Department of Computer Science

Requirements for the Master of Computer Science (MCS) are listed below. An overall GPA of 3.0 or higher and individual course grades of B- or better (in all degree-program coursework) are required. Students with an overall GPA below 3.0 at the completion of fall and spring semesters will be issued an academic warning. If a student’s institution or Program of Study GPA remains below 3.0 for two consecutive semesters, they will be dismissed from the program.

A bachelor’s degree from an accredited U.S. college or university or a similarly recognized international university is required for admission to and completion of a graduate program.

A master’s degree must be completed within six years of entering the degree program. Additional time may be requested by the student’s committee and submitted to the Vice Provost of Graduate Studies for review. Coursework over eight years old at the time of degree completion may not be used for a graduate degree unless it is revalidated.

At least 24-semester credits for a master’s degree must be from a committee-approved and a School of Graduate Studies-approved Program of Study from Utah State University.

Students must submit and obtain approval of academic forms required for master’s students by the School of Graduate Studies.