University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

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Admission Snapshot

Typical admitted student: Applicants typically need a bachelor's degree in computer science or a related field, a minimum undergraduate GPA of 3.0, GRE test scores, and letters of recommendation from professors or employers.[3] International applicants must demonstrate English proficiency through TOEFL (80+) or IELTS (6.5+) scores.[3

About This Program

A professional, coursework-based master's degree that provides advanced training in computer science for immediate application in the global technology industry.

Career Outcomes

Advance as Data Scientist in Cross-Industry AI with cybersecurity expertise

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

What You'll Learn

• Design and analyze efficient algorithms and data structures for complex computational problems
• Develop and deploy machine learning models and artificial intelligence systems
• Build, architect, and manage cloud-based and distributed computing infrastructure
• Apply software engineering best practices to design scalable, secure, and maintainable systems

Curriculum Highlights

The curriculum features a broad selection of graduate courses in areas such as artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and high-performance computing.

Top Employers

Top employers include Google, Microsoft, Amazon, Apple, Meta, IBM, and major technology consulting firms.

Admissions

Applicants typically need a bachelor's degree in computer science or a related field, a minimum undergraduate GPA of 3.0, GRE test scores, and letters of recommendation from professors or employers.[3] International applicants must demonstrate English proficiency through TOEFL (80+) or IELTS (6.5+) scores.[3

Application Materials

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

Academic Requirements

• Degree Required: Master of Science
• GRE: Required
• TOEFL/IELTS: Required for international students (TOEFL 80+ / IELTS 6.5+)