Overview

The innovative, on-campus Computer Science program of University of Massachusetts Amherst will help you build sought-after skills and knowledge for research or industry.

Concentration in Data Science

For students interested in focusing their master's studies in data science, the college's Center for Data Science has developed a Concentration in Data Science.

Concentration in Security

The Concentration in Security provides students with a strong foundation in the technical aspects of information security with an emphasis on network, data, and software security.

Concentration in Field Experience

The Concentration in Field Experience provides students the opportunity to learn about the process of taking ideas from an academic setting and implementing them in a robust and maintainable fashion.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Formal Language Theory

Logic in Computer Science

Embedded Computing Systems

Theory & Practice Software Engineering

Applied Information Retrieval

Natural Language Processing

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-29 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-09-08 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

60 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Amherst Center, United States

Disciplines

Computer Sciences View 913 other Masters in Computer Sciences in United States

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Academic requirements

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English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Online Application

Personal Statement

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2 Letters of Recommendation

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Tuition Fees

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

International Applies to you

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Non-residents

37269 USD / year

≈ 37269 USD / year
Out-of-State

37269 USD / year

≈ 37269 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

17969 USD / year

≈ 17969 USD / year

Additional Details

Regional: $32,772

Living costs

Amherst Center

United States

1228 - 2543 USD / month

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

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Funding

Win a €10000 Scholarship! Deadline: 30 June 2020

Embark on your journey with the Studyportals Scholarship! We're giving away a total of 20,000 euros to help you achieve your dream of studying abroad.

Win a €10000 Scholarship! Deadline: 30 June 2020

Embark on your journey with the Studyportals Scholarship! We're giving away a total of 20,000 euros to help you achieve your dream of studying abroad.

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Scholarships Information

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