Mercy University - Manhattan
Mercy University - Manhattan

47 West 34th Street, New York, New York, USA

Master of Science - Computer Science

Master's Degree

Program Summary

The Computer Science Master of Science degree equips students with cutting edge knowledge and tools to solve data science and software development problems. The program starts by providing fundamental computer science theories that make skilled practice possible. 

Choose from concentrations in data science or software development. Data scientists and software developers receive comparable salaries. 

Students who graduate with a Master’s in Computer Science should be able to:

  1. Communicate computer science concepts, designs, and solutions effectively and professionally
  2. Develop efficient and effective algorithmic solutions to real-world problems
  3. Analyze and evaluate the complexity and computability of solutions to real-world problems

For students in the Software Development specialization:

  1. Design, develop and test complex programs

For students in the Data Science specialization:

  1. Mine, analyze, and visualize data
  2. Solve real-world problems by applying principles of computing intelligence and data analytics

Academic Background

Minimum Level of Education Completed

3-Year Bachelor's Degree

Minimum GPA

77%

Minimum Language Test Scores

Reading

10

Writing

10

Listening

10

Speaking

10

Program Intakes

Open date

August 28, 2024

Submission deadline

August 13, 2025

Open date

August 28, 2025

Submission deadline

August 13, 2026

Cost and Duration

Master's Degree

Program Level

2 year master's degree including an optional internship

Program Length

$18000 USD

Cost of Living

$40 USD

Application fee

$19170 USD / First Year

Gross Tuition

Other Fees

Registration Fee: $870 per year
International Student Fee: $450 (one-time)