Program Description

The Computer Science, M.S. program emphasizes hands-on, experiential learning with a variety of core courses in programming languages, algorithm analysis, computer networks, and operating systems that best prepare graduates with the knowledge and skills to succeed in this dynamic, growing field. Students can choose from a cyber security or data science concentration or supplement core curriculum by taking the elective computer science courses that align best with their areas of interest. 

Students have the opportunity to work alongside research faculty supported by state and federal agencies. Broad research interests include cyber security and machine learning. Graduates develop core skills and knowledge relevant for career opportunities in the industry, academia, and government agencies and become competitive Ph.D. candidates.

Admission Requirements

Students must:

• Students with a previous degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a closely related field from a regionally accredited U.S. University may be granted admission to UTC’s Graduate School and the M.S. Computer Science Program based on a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.7 (based on a 4.0 scale), or a GPA of 3.0 in the senior year. International students, and domestic students without a previous degree in the computing discipline, will be admitted based on a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.9 (based on a 4.0 scale), or a GPA of 3.2 in the senior year.
• Graduate School Application

IELTS Requirements

Listening	Reading	Writing	Speaking	Overall
6.5	6.5	6.5	6.5	6.5

Remarks:

• Total 30 Credits program(Yearly tuition fee is given)
• Official Transcripts required
• I20(Visa Letter) can be obtained only after submitting a bank statement with a balance of USD $40,738