Overview

Students develop or deepen skills to analyze, design, implement and test stand-alone and embedded software systems. The Computer Information Systems program at St. Mary's University provides a deep understanding of the hardware and software components of computer systems and the following topics:

Data communication and databases

Hardware organization and operating systems

Software analysis and design methodologies

Software implementation and testing

What can I do with a master’s in Computer Information Systems?

Computer scientists are in high demand in organizations that develop or use software. Most companies have information technology (IT) departments or at least an IT expert on staff.

Typical employers include computer companies, research and development laboratories, educational organizations, entertainment industries, aerospace contractors, financial institutions, telecommunication companies and government agencies.

Computer information systems professionals work in jobs such as:

Analyst

Operations officer

Technical director

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Advanced Computer Networks

Advanced Software Engineering

Files and Database

Hardware and Operating Systems

Systems Analysis and Design

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-18 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-01 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-05-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-15 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-10-01 00:00:00 , International

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Language

English

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Credits

33 SCH

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Campus Location

San Antonio, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

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General requirements

To apply to be a graduate student at St. Mary’s, you must:

First possess a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution, or

Be on track to receive a bachelor’s degree before the first day of classes.

The GRE/GMAT/MAT test is optional for students applying to most graduate studies.

Letter(s) of Recommendation: 2

Statement of Purpose.

Résumé/CV.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

20988 USD / year

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Out-of-State

20988 USD / year

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Domestic

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In-State

20988 USD / year

≈ 20988 USD / year

Living costs

San Antonio

United States

972 - 1507 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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What can I do with a master’s in Computer Information Systems?

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

San Antonio

Funding

Scholarships Information

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