Program Overview
UMass Boston Current Students Parents & Families Faculty & Staff Alumni Home Academics Majors & Programs Computer Science MS Build a career that shapes innovation. Request Info Apply Request Info Loading... About the Program Master's In Person Science & Mathematics UMass Boston’s Computer Science master’s program prepares you for in-demand careers in software development and tech. You’ll build strong theoretical foundations and apply them through hands-on, real-world projects using widely used programming languages such as Python, Java, C, and C++. Learn in a supportive academic environment with dedicated advising and a modern, industry-relevant Computer Science MS curriculum shaped by expert faculty.
Key Program Features
- Immersive On-Campus Experience: In-person seminars, laboratory sessions, and professional networking at University of Massachusetts Boston.
- Expert Faculty: Taught by research-active academics and practitioners with deep expertise in Computer Science & IT.
- Diverse International Cohort: Study alongside students from around the world, broadening your global professional network.
- Research-Informed Curriculum: Content grounded in the latest academic research and real-world industry practice.
- Dissertation / Capstone Project: Culminating independent project applying your expertise to an original research question or industry challenge.
- Dedicated Career Support: Access to career coaching, employer networking events, and job placement assistance.
- 24 months Duration: Part-time and accelerated options may be available — enquire with the admissions office.
Career Opportunities
Career Possibilities
Graduates transform the tech landscape and advance computing innovation as software engineers or computing researchers, while others choose to lead teams, direct research groups, teach in higher education, or pursue a PhD.
Here’s where this degree can take you:
- Software Engineer
- Data Scientist
- Systems Engineer
- Analyst
- AI / Machine Learning Engineer
- Research Scientist
Program Curriculum
Financing Your EducationEstimate Your Program Cost:Get a feel for your expected program costs using theGraduate Program Cost Calculator.Program Cost Information: For more detailed information on costs, please visit theBursar's websiteto learn more about Regular Session Tuition & Fees for in person courses and Special Price Tuition & Fees for online courses. Please refer to Financial Aid for more information on assistantships and other financial aid resources.Graduate Student Financial AidGraduate Scholarships
Admission Requirements
How to ApplyDeadlines:June 15 for fall, November 1 for springApplication Fee:The nonrefundable application fee is $75. UMass Boston alumni and current students that plan to complete degree requirements prior to graduate enrollment can submit the application without paying the application fee.Applicants must meet generalgraduate admission requirementsin addition to the followingprogram-specific requirementsApply as a Graduate Student
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 31,425/year (international)
Financing Your EducationEstimate Your Program Cost:Get a feel for your expected program costs using theGraduate Program Cost Calculator.Program Cost Information: For more detailed information on costs, please visit theBursar's websiteto learn more about Regular Session Tuition & Fees for in person courses and Special Price Tuition & Fees for online courses. Please refer to Financial Aid for more information on assistantships and other financial aid resources.Graduate Student Financial AidGraduate Scholarships
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Financing Your EducationEstimate Your Program Cost:Get a feel for your expected program costs using theGraduate Program Cost Calculator.Program Cost Information: For more detailed information on costs, please visit theBursar's websiteto learn more about Regular Session Tuition & Fees for in person courses and Special Price Tuition & Fees for online courses. Please refer to Financial Aid for more information on assistantships and other financial aid resources.Graduate Student Financial AidGraduate Scholarships
About University of Massachusetts Boston
University of Massachusetts Boston
Boston, United States
The University of Massachusetts Boston is a public university in Boston, Massachusetts, United States.
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 24 months
- Credits 120 ECTS / 360 credits (2-year programme)