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Master of Science in Computer Science

Become an expert in data science and cybersecurity through Missouri S&T's computer science graduate programs. S&T is the only university in Missouri accredited as a National Center of Academic Excellence in Information Assurance and Cyber Defense Research. Learn from the best! 

This graduate program offers emphasis areas in cybersecurity and data science. Cybersecurity is a multi-disciplinary study dedicated to improving the security, reliability and survivability of the nation’s infrastructure. Data science is the study of processes, algorithms, and systems to discover patterns and insights for industrial applications from cybersecurity to healthcare.

Thesis and non-thesis options available.  A total of 31 credit hours of coursework (includes 1 hr. seminar course) is required to complete this degree. For students interested in the thesis option, six of the total credit hours must be in research.

 

Admission Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in related discipline
  • Undergraduate GPA ≥ 3.0
  • International requirement: TOEFL ≥ 80 or IELTS ≥ 6.5, satisfactory completion of an approved English language Institute program. 

 

Doctorate Degree in Computer Science

Please contact the academic department for details on the distance doctorate program. Email csdept@mst.edu or call 573-341-4491.

Graduate Certificates

Your Pathway to a Graduate Degree

Start earning college credit toward a graduate degree. The GRE is not required to enter a certificate program, and credit earned may be applied toward your master’s degree.*

 

Computer Science Graduate Certificate Programs

  • Big Data Management and Analytics
  • Big Data Management and Security
  • Computational Intelligence
  • Cyber Security
  • Information Systems and Cloud Computing
  • Wireless Networks and Mobile Systems

*restrictions may apply

Completion of a graduate certificate program does not automatically guarantee admission into a corresponding graduate degree program. To continue in a master’s degree program, you must apply. Check with the academic department for program specific details and requirements. Learn more about the certificate to master's program.

Accreditation

Missouri University of Science & Technology is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, one of six regional institutional accreditors in the United States.

Prior to acceptance into the program, you may enroll in up to 6 credit hours as a nondegree-seeking (in some cases, post-baccalaureate) student. Enrollment does not guarantee acceptance. Learn more about nondegree-seeking university student admissions.

If you live outside of Missouri and are thinking about enrolling in a program that leads to professional licensure, the University of Missouri System strongly recommends that you check with the relevant licensing board in your state or the state where you plan to work. This will help you obtain the most current information about state licensure requirements before you enroll in any academic program. While Missouri University of Science & Technology strives to provide current licensure information, it's important to note that licensure regulations are subject to change.

For more details, please visit our licensure and disclosure page.

States require that Missouri University of Science and Technology be authorized to deliver university-level distance/online education to their residents. The process for authorization varies by state.

For more details, please visit our state authorization page.

Authorized 

Students residing in all states are eligible to enroll in this program.

Internships are encouraged for explore real-life applications of teacher leadership. Find more about available opportunities on S&T's Career Opportunities page.

Our academic leaders are experts in their respective disciplines and bring extensive experience in higher education, industry, and departmental management. Learn more about the Computer Science Faculty at S&T.

Questions?

Contact Us

Missouri S&T Online Education

Sylvia Skouby
Associate Director for Online Admissions

573-341-6903  |  stgrad@mst.edu

Computer Science

Ricardo Morales, PhD
Director of Professional Graduate Programs and Associate Teaching Professor

573-341-6350  |  csgradcoord@mst.edu 
Department Website: cs.mst.edu