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 receive 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.

Career Opportunities

Graduates of our M.S. in Computer Science have found jobs for master’s in computer science such as:

Data systems designer
Program developer
Security systems designer

Curriculum

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.

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Admissions Requirements

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

Tuition and Fees

To learn about Illinois Tech Mumbai’s general tuition and fees, please visit our Tuition and Aid webpage.

Our alumni hit the ground running

Chief Information Officer, Illinois Institute of Technology

Sejal Vaishnav’s journey to becoming Illinois Tech’s chief information officer began when she was a student at the university and included her working her way up to the top tech job on campus.

Sejal Vaishnav (CS ’00, M.B.A. ’05)

Slashing Home Energy Costs

Combining renewable energy sources with Internet of Things sensors can lead to energy and cost savings, as well as a reduce carbon dioxide emissions, according to a new Nature paper co-authored by Md. Samiur Rahman.

Md. Samiur Rahman (M.S. CS 2nd Year)

President, Miven Venture Partners

Using their garage as a makeshift workshop, Victor Tsao and his wife created Linksys, which they turned into a global wireless computer network leader.

Victor Tsao (M.S. C.S. ’81)

Java Developer, State Grid Corporation (China)

Bo Zhu found a way to hold down a full-time job and earn perfect marks in a master’s degree program from Illinois Tech, which led to a promotion.

Bo Zhu (M.S. CS ’21)