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Why Choose Computer Science?
Continue your education with a Master of Science degree with a focus on computer science. You can explore the subject by choosing our thesis or non-thesis options.
Areas of study include:
- Data science and big data
- Machine learning and artificial intelligence
- Visualization and analytics
- Databases and data mining
- More
We have a mixture of courses that can be taken during the day, evening, or online, giving working professionals a pathway to an advanced degree. When you graduate, you will be able to use current computer science techniques to solve a broad range of problems.
Program strengths include
- Faculty expertise
- Well-equipped laboratory facilities
- A curriculum that combines theory, software, and hardware
- Opportunities to work with faculty members on research projects
A solid background in these core computer science skills will help you with your graduate degree:
- Computer programming
- Computer organization
- Data structures and algorithms
- Programming languages
- Operating systems
- Problem-solving and implementation using computer programming
Success Stories
Academics and Curriculum
The entire program requires no less than 30 semester hours of course work. This includes the Computer Science core courses and the completion of the thesis or non-thesis option.
View the Master of Science in Computer Science program information, outcomes, and requirements in the Academic Catalog.
Admission
Application Deadlines
International applicants applying from outside the United States are advised to apply at least one month before the final deadline.
All application documents must be uploaded to the application portal by the final deadline below for consideration. This includes unofficial transcripts, English language proficiency test scores, and any other documents required for your desired program. Applications received after the final deadline may not be considered for admission for the desired term.
Application Deadlines and Decision Dates
- Fall Semester: March 1
- Spring Semester: October 10
How to Apply
Graduate students should apply for admission through Wright State's School of Graduate Studies.