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Computer Science (M.S.)

Elevate your career opportunities or prepare to pursue further educational programs by blending foundational theory and practical application in our master’s in computer science. 

Create Your Own Path to Tech Success with Illinois Tech’s M.S. in Computer Science

Building the technical skills to leverage artificial intelligence, big data, and cybersecurity is as valuable now as ever before as rapidly changing technology is impacting all facets of our lives. Illinois Tech’s M.S. in Computer Science allows you to create your own pathway to developing the theoretical and practical skills that employers seek. Gain advanced knowledge in computational theory and understand how to implement those theories, all while studying in the growing tech hub of Chicago, where you’ll develop networks, find internships, and gain expert guidance in building a successful career. 

Program Overview

Build applicable skills and understand advanced computational theory in artificial intelligence, big data, and cybersecurity in one of three pathways of Illinois Tech’s M.S. in Computer Science: research-driven coursework, master’s-level project, or a thesis. You can pursue the program online, as a hybrid program, or on-campus in Chicago, where you’ll have access to the global metropolis’ thriving tech industry.

Career Opportunities

Graduates have found jobs for master’s in computer science such as:  

  • Data systems designer
  • Program developer
  • Security systems designer
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Here are some courses that are among our M.S. in Computer Science students’ favorites:

CS 554 Data-Intensive Computing You’ll explore distributed computing fundamentals and design strategies for cloud, grid, and supercomputing in this course. It is ideal for advanced students who are ready to tackle large-scale data challenges.

CS 558 Advanced Computer Security Gain a robust foundation in cybersecurity, from malware to smart grid protection, in this course. You’ll work on research projects and explore real-world security topics that prepare you for the field.

CS 577 Deep Learning Learn about deep neural networks for applications in vision, language, and audio processing in this course. It also covers essential math, programming, and GPU frameworks to build adaptable artificial intelligence models. 

You must complete the Illinois Tech graduate application, regardless of which graduate program you wish to pursue. Visit our admission website to learn more about what information and documents you need to apply.  

Please note that each college and individual programs may have additional requirements to apply. Please contact the Computer Science Department at computerscience@illinoistech.edu with any questions.

Tuition and Fees

Learn more about the university’s general tuition and fees, visit the Student Accounting Website

VigilAI team (from left to right) Utkarsh Nanda, Brittany Shepherd, and Utsav Pathak who earned first place in the Grainger Innovation Computing Prize competition.

Utsav P. Says...

“The flexibility that I got by choosing coursework from the business school and finance while doing my master’s in computer science gave me a much larger perspective while still focusing on a tech degree.”  

Utsav Pathak (M.S. CS 2nd Year) 

 

Featured Faculty

Mustafa Bilgic
Chair, Department of Computer Science Professor of Computer Science Program Director, Master of Artificial Intelligence
Cynthia Hood
Associate Professor of Computer Science and Engineering
Ioan Raicu
Professor of Computer Science Associate Program Director Master of Data Science

Get In Touch

To learn more about the program, please reach out to Associate Teaching Professor of Computer Science Dennis Hood at dhood@illinoistech.edu