MS Computer Science at Columbia University

Programme overview

The Master of Science (M.S.) program is intended for students with a bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a strongly related field who wish to broaden and deepen their understanding of computer science. Columbia University and the New York City environment provide excellent career opportunities with multiple industries.

Faculty: Columbia Engineering (The Fu Foundation School of Engineering and Applied Science) | Department: Computer Science | Duration: 30 points | Study mode: full-time | Location: New York, NY, United States

What you will study

Students in the M.S. program must complete a total of 30 points (including at least 6 credits at the 6000 level) with a GPA of at least 2.7. Individual courses must be worth at least three points, unless special approval is obtained from the department.

Career pathways

Columbia University and the New York City environment provide excellent career opportunities with multiple industries.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Students in the M.S. program must complete a total of 30 points (including at least 6 credits at the 6000 level) with a GPA of at least 2.7. Students in the M.S. program must complete a total of 30 points (including at least 6 credits at the 6000 level) with a GPA of at least 2.7.

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Law J.D. entry: fall 2027 class.

J.D. applications for the fall 2027 class open September 15, 2026. The Regular Decision deadline is February 15, 2027 (applications are evaluated on a rolling basis). The Early Decision deadline is November 15, 2026. The application fee is $85, paid through LSAC. GRE or LSAT is accepted.

LL.M. 2027-2028 applications are due December 2, 2026. The application fee is $85, nonrefundable. Executive LL.M. 2027: Early Decision deadline October 1, 2026; Regular deadline December 2, 2026; application fee $85.

Columbia Engineering MS express application (Columbia students and alumni) requires no application fee.

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