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Master of Computer Science Align

Northeastern University

  • San Jose, United States
  • 2.5, 2 years
  • English
  • On campus
  • Master

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Northeastern University campus

About the program

A computer science master's with a bridge sequence for students from non-technical backgrounds.

Program highlights

  • Internship available: yes
  • Placement support: yes
  • Work during study: yes
  • Post-study work rights (1 year): yes
  • PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

  • Develop advanced knowledge of Computer Science (Align) and design and evaluate computational solutions
  • Use relevant digital tools
  • And interpret technical evidence.

Career outcomes

  • Software Developer
  • Systems Analyst
  • IT Project Coordinator
  • Technology Consultant

Curriculum

  • After bridge courses (intensive foundations of computer science
  • Discrete structures
  • Object-oriented design
  • Data structures and algorithms
  • B or higher needed)
  • Students complete the computer science core and breadth areas such as AI
  • Systems and theory
  • For 36-44 semester hours depending on bridge exemptions.

Entry requirements

Academic

  • Completed bachelor's degree (or equivalent) with transcripts from all institutions
  • Foreign Credential Evaluation for non-US credentials
  • Some programmes require GRE/GMAT
  • 1-3 recommendation letters
  • Personal statement and resume.

Minimum GPA

3

Accepted academic background

Completed bachelor's degree (or equivalent) with transcripts from all institutions, Foreign Credential Evaluation required for non-US credentials, Some programmes require GRE/GMAT, 1-3 recommendation letters, Personal statement, Resume.

Language tests

  • IELTS 6.5
  • TOEFL iBT 4
  • PTE Academic 53
  • Duolingo 105

Documents you’ll need

  • Academic Transcripts
  • Passport Copy
  • Personal Statement
  • Recommendation Letters
  • CV or Resume.

How to apply

  1. Check the programme's entry requirements
  2. English test minimums and deadline for your intake. Apply online through the graduate application and pay the 100 USD application fee. Upload official transcripts with a Foreign Credential Evaluation for non-US degrees
  3. Resume
  4. Personal statement
  5. Recommendation letters and TOEFL
  6. IELTS
  7. PTE or Duolingo scores (GRE/GMAT only if the programme asks
  8. An English-medium degree can waive the test). After admission
  9. Submit the I-20 request form with a passport copy. Apply for the F-1 visa with proof of funds.

Other costs

Tuition per year$31,721, $31,648 USD
Application fee$100 USD
Deposit$600 USD

Program details

CampusSilicon Valley campus
Faculty or schoolKhoury College of Computer Sciences
DepartmentComputer Science Align
Teaching languageEnglish
Credit value44,60
Study paceFixed
Post-study stay1 year
Scholarship noteGraduate funding may include program-specific merit scholarships or assistantships, Availability and international eligibility vary by college and degree.

Intakes and deadlines

  • Program starts

    September 2027

    Apply by

    15 Jun 2027

    214 days left

Frequently asked questions

  • The program takes 2.5, 2 years.