$49,256 /Yr
On-campus
full_time
Master of Science [M.S] Computer Science
- MS in Computer Science at the University of Louisiana is offered as a 2-years program by the School of Computing and Informatics.
- This university is ranked #298-#389 among National Universities.
- It is an on-campus program offered on a full-time basis only.
- A Master’s in computer science is offered through the University’s Center for Advanced Computer Studies (CACS).
- The computer science master's program is best for students and professionals who want to broaden and deepen their understanding of computer science and software development.
- Through the Center for Advanced Computer Studies, they combine the computer engineering master's program and the computer science master's program under one research-focused umbrella.
- This unique structure provides students with the opportunity to learn about both areas while focusing on research and coursework in either computer engineering or computer science.
- CACS makes its research laboratories and equipment available to students and maintains close working relationships with several research centers like the Informatics Research Institute (IRI), Louisiana Immersive Technologies Enterprise (LITE), and the UL NASA Regional Application Center (RAC).
- Lafayette is home to multiple high-tech companies that have partnered with the University, offering excellent internship opportunities for our master’s in computer science students.
- In master’s in a computer science program, students will work with our top-notch faculty and conduct cutting-edge research in:
- artificial intelligence,
- cloud computing,
- computer and network security,
- data analytics and visualization,
- embedded systems,
- graphics and human-computer interaction,
- knowledge and information systems,
- operating systems,
- programming languages and analysis, and
- wireless communications.
- The MS program consists of 33 credits.
Tution & Application Fees
| Year | Year 1 | Year 2 |
| Tuition Fees | $46456 | $46456 |
| Health Insurance | $1500 | $1500 |
| Other Fees | $1300 | $1300 |
| Total Fees | $49256 | $49256 |
Examinations
| Exam Type | Exam Name | Score | Out of Score | Exam Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TOEFL | Test of English as a Foreign Language | 79 | 120 | 3 |
| IELTS | International English Language Testing System | 6.5 | 9 | 3 |
| PTE | Pearson Test of English | 53 | 90 | 3 |
| GRE | Graduate Record Examination | 300 | 340 | 2 |
Academic Eligibility:
- Applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree in computer science, computer or electrical engineering, or a related field or equivalent from a recognized institution.
- A GPA of at least 3.0/4.0 is required to be eligible for the program.
- Knowledge of certain undergraduate computer science topics and computing-related mathematics is required.
Indian Student Eligibility:
- Students must complete an undergraduate degree with first-class in a relevant field from a highly ranked university in India.
- Or, students completed a master's degree with first-class in a relevant field from a recognized institution.
Along with the minimum eligibility requirements, international students hailing from non-English speaking countries need to prove English proficiency through IELTS/TOEFL/any equivalent test to get admission to this program.