MS Computer Science at University of Illinois Chicago

Programme overview

The Department of Computer Science offers graduate programs leading to Computer Science degrees at the master’s and doctoral levels. The department offers a comprehensive range of courses in the field of computer science. Special emphases lie in the areas of artificial intelligence, machine learning, computational biology, databases, computer security, data science, graphics and human-computer interaction, networks, software engineering, theoretical computer science, virtual reality, and visualization.

Faculty: College of Engineering | Study mode: full-time | Location: Chicago, IL, United States

What you will study

Thesis, project, or coursework-only required.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Prior degree: Computer science or computer engineering. Outstanding candidates from other related fields with substantial coursework in computer science will also be considered. GPA: At least 3.50/4.00 for the final 60 semester hours (90 quarter hours) of undergraduate study. Tests: GRE General test scores are required for all MS applicants, with the exception of UIC graduates. A minimum of 300 GREV+GREQ score (with a minimum of 140+ GREV) is required. Letters of recommendation: Two required. Applicants for financial assistance must provide three letters of recommendation. Personal statement: Required.

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.

Graduate and professional programmes admit for Fall, Spring and Summer terms depending on the programme; applications for Fall 2027, Spring 2028 and Summer 2028 are expected to open on August 1, 2026.

Graduate and professional application deadlines are set per programme, with separate deadlines for domestic and international applicants for most non-online programmes; optional earlier priority, recommended or fellowship dates apply to both. Applications are made through the UIC graduate application or a centralized application service for some professional programmes.

Apply through the official page: https://grad.uic.edu/admissions/

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