MS Computer Science at University of Oregon

Programme overview

The MS in Computer Science requires 54 credits and prepares students for careers such as aerospace software, graphics and animation software, and testing of next-generation internet protocols. Students choose a thesis, non-thesis or DRP option.

Faculty: College of Arts and Sciences | Department: Computer Science, School of Computer and Data Sciences | Location: Eugene, OR, United States

What you will study

Breadth (12 credits: algorithms and complexity, data science, distributed systems or advanced parallel computing), depth (12 credits in Foundations, Data Science or Systems), writing (2), 28 elective credits, and a thesis (9-12 credits), terminal project or DRP capstone. A 3.00 GPA is required in program courses.

Career pathways

Careers cited include aerospace software, graphics and animation software, and internet protocol testing.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Minimum GPA 3.0 for MS applicants; preparation expected in computer organization and operating systems, programming languages, program development and analysis, and data structures and algorithm analysis; official transcripts; statement of purpose; recommendation contacts; optional writing sample and CV; English proficiency scores with higher TOEFL/IELTS minimums than the university standard; financial verification for international applicants. Deadlines: Spring 2027 October 30, 2026; Fall 2027 February 1, 2027.

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.

Each graduate programme sets its own application deadlines and required materials.

Graduate application fee: $70 for domestic applicants and $90 for international applicants for degree-seeking programmes (doctoral, master's, graduate certificate); paid online by Visa, Mastercard or Discover when applying. Graduate Microcredential application fee is $35. Applications are submitted through the graduate application portal.

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