Computer Science (MS)
Cornell University · Ithaca, United States
About this programme
The Master of Science in the field of Computer Science program elevates your computer science expertise through advanced coursework while offering valuable teaching experience with undergraduates. The fully-funded program combines graduate-level research with hands-on teaching opportunities, designed for self-motivated researchers and communicators who thrive in a research environment and enjoy mentoring others. This is a two-year research degree. The MS Degree is a small program with strong preference for Cornell undergraduates.
- Level
- Postgraduate
- Field
- Computing
- Tuition
- $29,500 / year
- English
- IELTS 7
- Study mode
- Full-time
- Intake
- Fall
Entry requirements
A bachelor's degree in computer science (CS) is expected but applicants who have majored in another field and minored in CS will be fully considered. Applicants must have a proven record of excellence as an undergraduate grader/TA in a computer science course. Experience as an undergraduate researcher is highly recommended. The Application A complete application consists of (a) transcripts of all college-level work, (b) three letters of recommendation including at least one that addresses expository skills and the ability to work in a classroom setting, and (c) an essay that explains how the degree program and the anticipated thesis area resonates with career plans. All applicants must meet the English language proficiency requirement . TOEFL scores on the writing, listening, and reading components must be 24 or higher and 28 or higher for the speaking component. IELTS scores must be 7.0 or higher. Admissions
Visa
- Visa required
- F-1 Academic Student
- Application fee
- USD 185 (MRV application fee)
- Processing time
- 4 weeks
Standard figures for this route. Some applicants pay a reduced fee or none at all — confirm your own case on the official visa page.
Scholarships available (5)
- AAUW International FellowshipsFully funded · Deadline November each year
- Fulbright Foreign Student ProgramFully funded · Varies by country, typically February-October
- Hubert Humphrey Fellowship ProgramFully funded · Varies by country, typically May-August
- Boren FellowshipsPartial funding · Deadline 2027-01-20
- P.E.O. International Peace ScholarshipPartial funding · Deadline 2026-12-15