MasterOn-CampusFull-Time

Cornell University

MS in Computer Science

Ithaca, New York2 years$59K total tuition
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Est. Salary$125,000
Job Growth+15%
Top RoleAI Research Scientist
FormatOn-Campus

Admission Snapshot

Degree Required
Bachelor's degree
Duration
2 years
Est. Tuition
$59K total
Format
On-Campus
Schedule
Full-Time
GRE / GMAT
Required
Concentrations
MLOps/AI Engineering, Tech

Typical admitted student: A bachelor's degree in computer science or related field with a minimum GPA of 3.0 is required, along with programming experience and coursework in discrete math, data structures, and algorithms.

About This Program

This highly selective, four-semester program emphasizes advanced coursework and research, preparing students for deep technical roles or future doctoral study through a thesis-focused curriculum.

Career Outcomes

Excel as AI Research Scientist in Cross-Industry AI with AI technology expertise

  • 1. Software Engineer
  • 2. Machine Learning Engineer
  • 3. Systems Architect
  • 4. Data Scientist

What You'll Learn

  • Design and analyze efficient algorithms for complex problems
  • Build and optimize high-performance software systems
  • Apply machine learning techniques to real-world data
  • Develop secure and scalable computer networks

Curriculum Highlights

The structure consists of 34 credit hours including graduate-level CS coursework, an outside minor, and 6–12 credits of supervised thesis research.

Top Employers

Top employers include Google, Microsoft, Amazon, and Meta.

Admissions

A bachelor's degree in computer science or related field with a minimum GPA of 3.0 is required, along with programming experience and coursework in discrete math, data structures, and algorithms.

Application Materials

  • Statement of Purpose: Required
  • Letters of Recommendation: 2–3
  • Resume: Required
  • Transcripts: Official transcripts required

Academic Requirements

  • Degree Required: Bachelor's degree
  • GRE/GMAT: Optional
  • TOEFL/IELTS: Required for international students (TOEFL 80+ / IELTS 6.5+)

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