Clemson University logo

Master of Science in Computer Science

An Inside Look into Clemson’s AI Open Content Courses on April 17 | Register here.

Clemson University logo

Master of Science in Computer Science

Clemson University

Fall 2025 Enrollment is now open!

Enroll in your performance-based admissions courses today or request more information

Enroll now

Accredited Master’s Degree

Offered by Clemson University, a Carnegie R1 public research institution

$20,280 USD Tuition

Plus a flat fee of $103 per semester. Flexible payment options are available

Complete in 20-36 Months

Complete 10 three-credit courses full- or part-time

100% online

Lecture videos, live office hours, collaborative projects, and connection with instructors and peers

Student experience

What’s it like to earn an MS in Computer Science while learning on Coursera?

In the MSCS program, you’ll join a global community and benefit from peer-to-peer learning and networking with professionals from all over the world.

As a Clemson student, you’ll be granted full access to the Clemson Center for Career and Professional Development, including the Michelin Career Center, one of the top-ranked career centers in the country. You’ll also be able to search the nationwide network of job postings at Clemson Business JobLink.

The MSCS program at Clemson University is a fully online program, delivered by the same expert faculty who teach on campus. This program is designed with busy working professionals in mind. With a mix of pre-recorded lectures and options for live sessions, you can choose when to complete your coursework while still having the opportunity for real-time interaction. 

Collaborate with peers on group projects, have direct access to instructors at scheduled office hours, and delve into practical problem-solving for immediate real-world application.

On-demand lectures

Enjoy diving into every course with high-quality videos from instructors.

Slide decks with audio commentary

Navigate course materials with slide decks that include explanations and visual aids from instructors.

Office hours and more

Attend live, online office hours with faculty. Instructional staff will also help you stay on track and answer your questions.

Work within an online community

Connect with fellow learners in staff-moderated discussion forums to share ideas, ask questions, and grow together.

Learn from high-caliber faculty

Berkeley Engineering faculty are passionate about educating students and creating breakthrough advances to serve society and improve our global quality of life.

Study on your own schedule

With no class times, you can get your coursework done when it’s convenient for you. Full-time students can complete the program in as little as 9 months, while part-time students can complete the program in 18+ months.

Meet some of Berkeley Engineering's MAS-E faculty

Ana Arias

Ana Arias

Professor of EECS

Kosa Goucher-Lambert

Kosa Goucher-Lambert

Assistant Professor, Mechanical Engineering

Scott Moura

Scott Moura

Clare & Hsieh Wen Shen Distinguished Professor in Civil & Environmental Engineering

Placeholder

Join a top-ranked university and engineering school

Established in 1898, UC Berkeley is the flagship of the University of California system. Internationally known for excellence across all disciplines, UC Berkeley offers more than 350 degree programs across 15 schools and colleges. A top-ranked public university, UC Berkeley has renowned faculty—including nine Nobel laureates—and a diverse student body. One in four undergraduates are Pell Grant recipients, and nearly a third of graduates hail from other countries. Joining UC Berkeley means being part of an energetic and dynamic community committed to discovery, innovation, and service to society.

The top-ranked College of Engineering is recognized globally as a leader in engineering education and it has been named the #1 public engineering school in the U.S. Its reputation for intellectual rigor, talent for developing technologies that improve quality of life, and entrepreneurial spirit are reflected in its faculty and students.

Placeholder