Master of Computer Science - MCS

Program Contact:

Graduate Program Coordinator: Taryn Sommers, SER 301D, (435) 797-2209, taryn.sommers@usu.edu

Schedule an appointment: https://studentappts.usu.edu/ramonline/BookAppt?AG=1404

Program Description:

The Master of Computer Science (MCS) is a graduate program that is only coursework. This degree is available to students with a computer science undergraduate degree or adequate prior computer science coursework. Students will take 33 credits of computer science courses to complete this degree.

This program is available in Logan at the main campus and at statewide campuses via USU's Distance Education program.

MCS graduates demonstrate mastery of fundamental Computer Science theory and their ability to formulate a problem, analyze it, and develop an efficient and effective solution. Graduates will be successful in their careers, finding jobs, and progressing in their field. Graduates will have excellent oral as well as written communication skills.

Admission requirements can be found on the USU School of Graduate Studies website (gradschool.usu.edu/admissions/policies). Students must also meet the minimum admission requirements for the Computer Science MCS program listed below.

• C or better in CS 2420 Data Structures and Algorithms (or equivalent) at an ABET accredited University.

• Extensive experience in modern programming languages.

• Understanding of Calculus and Statistics

• 3.0 Cumulative GPA in your BS program

• Three satisfactory Letters of Recommendation from past instructors and/or employers.

Additional Information

Letter of Recommendation Waiver:

• Students who attended USU and graduated with a major in Computer Science, and meet the minimum admission requirements, can request a "Letter of Recommendation waiver from the GPC, Taryn Sommers taryn.sommers@usu.edu.

After you apply:

• If you are currently in the Computer Science BS program at USU, please fill out the Split Form before graduation.

Transcripts:

• An unofficial transcript from your university is acceptable for your application. If accepted into the program, you will have to request an official transcript be sent to the School of Graduate Studies from your university. This transcript should include your completed program(s) and the date the degree(s) was awarded.

International Students:

• A TOEFL score of 79 or an IELTS score of 6.5 overall is required.

• Applicants who have completed two years of college in one of the countries listed here, will not be required to provide additional evidence of English language proficiency via the TOEFL or IELTS. Please email GPC, Taryn Sommers taryn.sommers@usu.edu to waive this requirement after you have paid the application fee.

Additional information about the Computer Science MS program may be obtained by visiting the program website at https://engineering.usu.edu/cs/students/graduate/.