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MS Computer Science at Rice University

Rice University, United States

Programme overview

The MS in Computer Science is a thesis master's degree: a research degree requiring a thesis in addition to coursework. Graduates show a solid graduate-level foundation in Computer Science, conduct an independent research program and demonstrate professional oral and written communication.

Faculty: George R. Brown School of Engineering and Computing  |  Department: Computer Science  |  Duration: 30 credit hours  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Houston, TX, United States

What you will study

Students complete 30 graduate-level credit hours (500-level or above) with a thesis. Substitutions require advisor or Director of Graduate Studies approval and transfer credit requires departmental approval.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Computer Science graduate research programs: Rice generally expects a 3.0 GPA or equivalent. At least three letters of recommendation, transcripts, a statement of purpose and a CV are required, with the GRE optional and the Subject Test not required (PhD application, Fall 2027 deadline January 1). International applicants show English proficiency with a US degree, a degree taught in English, or TOEFL iBT 90, IELTS 7 or Duolingo 115.

Requirements published at program group level.

Fall 2027 entry; most doctoral programmes close December 1, 2026; professional master's programmes such as MCS, MDS, MME and MChE use rolling or later deadlines (May 1 international, July 1 domestic).

Master's application fee is $85. Mechanical Engineering MME and Chemical Engineering MChE close May 1 (international) and July 1 (domestic) for Fall; Computer Science MCS/MDS close between February 10, 2027 (scholarship consideration) and July 1, 2027.

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