About the course

Be in demand for a cutting-edge career in the digital space?with track options in cybersecurity or software engineering.With the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projecting employment rates for computer scientists to grow at a faster-than-average rate between now and 2028, earning your master?s degree will put you at the forefront of the rapidly growing information security, game development and software engineering fields. Open yourself up to a variety of career opportunities including as an information security specialist or consultant, a cybersecurity architect or engineer, a corporate or independent game developer, or a software developer.

　　Why Earn Your MS in Computer Science at Adelphi- :

　　Receive personalized attention from our expert faculty in a small classroom setting.

　　This 30-credit program helps students build a solid basis in computer science with two different career-focused specializations?cybersecurity and software engineering.

　　Be part of a community that places a high value on diversity, equity and inclusion, welcoming you to participate in many extracurricular student-led activities and clubs, internship possibilities and potential for on-campus employment.

　　Cost-Saving Opportunity: Our new Graduate Merit Scholarship offers yearly awards ranging from 3,000 to 10,000. These can be renewed every year, so you can save substantially on tuition while earning a career-boosting Adelphi grad degree. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 3 Semester(s)Fees: US$42,600

Intake	Location
Spring (January), 2024	Garden City
Summer (May), 2024	Garden City
Fall (August), 2024	Garden City
Spring (January), 2025	Garden City
Spring (January), 2025	Garden City
Summer (May), 2025	Garden City
Fall (August), 2025	Garden City
Spring (January), 2026	Garden City
Summer (May), 2026	Garden City

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for Adelphi University - Shorelight

Official college transcripts

　　Final transcript stating Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four-year institution in Computer Science, Information Systems or a ly related and/or equivalent degree

　　One letter of recommendation (academic or professional)

　　Resume or additional letter of recommendation (academic or professional)

　　A personal Essay

　　Submission of a strong portfolio of completed technical work (academic or professional) is highly recommended and will contribute favorably to an admissions decision

　　We require a minimum score of 80 on the TOEFL iBT or 6.5 on the IELTS.

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

　　Overall IELTS band score

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 80.0

　　

Application deadline:

This date isn’t available – speak to an IDP counsellor to get detailed information.

　　

Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at Adelphi University - Shorelight. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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