Overview

The Computer Science program at University of Houston places a strong emphasis on specialty to ensure students gain the in-demand skills and knowledge necessary for today’s careers in computing. M.S. students are required to pursue a track specialization in Core Computer Sciences, Data Analytics, Parallel and Distributed Systems, or Interactive Media.

M.S. Tracks

Tracks allow M.S. students to specialize in key areas within computer science. The M.S. Core Computer Science track is the default track unless an alternate track is declared. Students can declare a track using the form available in the Graduate Advising Office located in PGH 501. A track can be changed while enrolled in the M.S. program. To graduate, students must complete all track requirements which includes completing all track courses, maintaining a 3.0 or higher GPA in all track courses, and all other M.S. degree requirements including the total number of credits to complete the degree.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Data Structures & Algorithms

Machine Learning

Numerical Analysis

Theory of Computation

Database Systems

Operating Systems

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-19 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-01 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-08-19 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-15 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Houston, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

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Required

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

UH Graduate School Application via ApplyWeb

Application Fee

Official Transcripts: official transcripts from all colleges and universities you have attended are required

Official GRE scores

Statement of purpose (maximum one page)

Resume or Curriculum Vita

Three (3) recommendations

English Language Proficiency

Scanned copy of passport pages

Financial backing – required for F-1 and J-1 visas

Tuition Fees

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

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Applies to you

Non-residents

32520 USD / year

≈ 32520 USD / year
Out-of-State

32520 USD / year

≈ 32520 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

17370 USD / year

≈ 17370 USD / year

Living costs

Houston

United States

1067 - 1950 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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Overview

M.S. Tracks

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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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

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Financing

Funding

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