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Master of Science in Computer Science

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Master of Science in Computer Science

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Fully accredited online program

Graduate from the University of Colorado Boulder

$15,750 USD total tuition

Flexible payment options with no hidden costs or fees

Finish in 24 months

Complete 30 courses (30 credit hours) full or part time

100% online learning

Lecture videos, hands-on projects, and connection with instructors and peers

Student Experience

In this program, you’ll build in-demand skills that have real-world relevance. With faculty who bring extensive industry experience to the courses they teach, you’ll have the same learning outcomes as an MS-CS student on CU Boulder's campus.

Your fellow students come from diverse backgrounds. Most have industry experience of their own and some have recently earned an undergraduate degree. Your peers will have academic and professional experience in computer science, engineering, and applied science. You’ll also encounter learners from other STEM fields and those with credentials in social sciences or the humanities.  In general, you will be surrounded by others who are highly analytical, self-motivated, and adept with technical and quantitative subject matter.

This program is a good fit if you are:

  • A recent BA graduate with ambition, a working technical professional, or a manager wanting to upgrade your technical skills and advance your career

  • In need of flexible and convenient learning opportunities that fit into your busy professional and personal life

  • Interested in developing practical skills that you can apply immediately in your current job

  • Looking for course content and materials designed for any environment that make significant use of advanced computing techniques

What’s it like to earn your MS-CS degree through Coursera?

This master’s program from CU Boulder is a fully online experience. The interactive and engaging platform will allow you to access courses and learn from anywhere. With a flexible schedule and pre-recorded lecture videos, you’ll also choose when you do your coursework. You’ll be able to ask questions about the material being covered in the program during regular office hours held by course facilitators. Plus, you can take advantage of additional opportunities for dialogue and connection through discussion boards and group sessions with peers.

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

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.

Enrollment for Spring 2 session opens on February 24, 2025

Spring 2 enrollment closes on April 18, 2025.