At a Glance
- 100% online coursework
- Choose a focus area in AI or Application Development, or design your own
- Access to a cutting-edge virtual lab on your own laptop
- Learn from practitioners in artificial intelligence, robotics, software engineering, and more
- No GMAT/GRE required
Join the Rapidly Growing Field of Computer Science
The online master’s in computer science program from the Seidenberg School of Computer Science and Information Systems at Pace University prepares students for a variety of careers within the evolving IT industry and computing world. The online MS in Computer Science program is an excellent option for both emerging computer science leaders and career changers. Focusing on excellence in applied computing for major enterprises, the program utilizes and provides hands-on experience with current technologies — we regularly update the curriculum to ensure that our students gain proficiency with industry-standard tools and best practices.
By teaching both the how and the why, we help our students stand out in the field and flourish in their careers. This approach is why Seidenberg School alumni are in high demand by corporate recruiters and successful start-ups.
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Seidenberg Portable Lab: Tools for Practical Learning
Students in the program use the Seidenberg Portable Lab, which enables them to virtually access a full-featured personal lab of software development tools and enterprise servers on their own laptops. Our coursework and virtual lab offer hands-on experience with a wide range of the latest industry-standard tools and frameworks, including tools for:
- Web and mobile computing
- Game development
- Cloud computing
- Machine learning
- Big data processing, e.g., Map Reduce
With online coursework and our cutting-edge virtual lab, you can learn and practice any time from anywhere.
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To learn more about the online Master of Science in Computer Science program, fill out the fields in this form to download a free brochure. If you have any questions at any time, please contact an enrollment specialist at (914) 758-1080.
LEARN FROM FACULTY WITH INDUSTRY EXPERIENCE
Throughout the program, you will learn from and connect with faculty members who are accomplished professors and have real-life experience in the field. Their personalized, expert attention is just one of the factors that differentiates the Pace MS in Computer Science from other CS programs.
Personalized Learning: Customizable Curriculum
Our online MS in Computer Science curriculum is designed to enable personalized learning through a wide variety of electives and three ways to focus your studies.
Pace offers two pre-planned degree focus areas, or you can work with your advisor to create a custom focus.
Utilize deep learning and intelligent systems for optimizing systems and business efficiency and quality.
Learn to create real-time applications and translate game design into workable script language for different computer and mobile platforms.
Students with limited or no experience in computer science or programming will take a four-credit prerequisite bridge course. A student with a baccalaureate in computer science should be able to waive the prerequisite. (The bridge course does NOT count toward the degree; however, grades earned are computed into the student’s QPA.)
Complete the Degree in 10 Courses
Learn the core CS principles every tech leader should know.
Personalize Your Degree
Focus on artificial intelligence or application development — or design a custom focus area.
Virtual Lab Access
Get hands-on experience with industry-standard tools via the CSIS Portable Lab.
Computer Science Course Highlights
Artificial Intelligence
Examines the theory, data structures, and algorithms related to artificial intelligence and heuristic programming.
Mobile Web Content & Development
Teaches the development of responsive websites, emphasizing data-driven design through web analytics.
Database Management Systems
Explores database systems from installation to advanced features, covering logical design with E-R modeling, SQL management, JDBC programming, in concert with issues related to normalization, transactions, security, and recovery techniques.
We offer more than 30 elective options, ranging from programming languages to game programming to mobile app development—and more.
Computer Science Careers: Salary, Skills, and Job Outlook
The IEEE Computer Society has identified emerging trends and technologies that are expected to significantly affect the computer science industry and the world at large. These include:
- Artificial intelligence
- Configuration management
- Data governance
- Data privacy
- Internet of Things security
- The metaverse
- Sustainability
Why Earn a Master’s in Computer Science?
With technology reshaping every industry, the need for computer science expertise has never been greater. Advancements in artificial intelligence and cloud computing have revolutionized business IT, making computer science one of the most dynamic and relevant fields in the modern world.
A master’s in computer science can prepare those with experience for more managerial and leadership roles, and prepare career-changing students within the computer science field.
Pace master’s in computer science students also gain access to our career services team, which can connect you with employers, help you to improve your resume, or give you a chance to practice your job interviewing skills.
Admission Requirements
Candidates must hold a four-year undergraduate degree or equivalent in any area from a regionally accredited institution. A 3.0 undergraduate GPA is preferred, though we use a qualitative approach when looking at applications.
Students who have completed two introductory programming in Java courses and have working knowledge of a personal computer operating system can directly start the program study. Otherwise, they will be required to take one prerequisite course required for the program, CS 505 Introduction to Computer Science with Java, before officially starting the program study.
For more details on admission requirements and the application process, visit our admission page.
Frequently Asked Questions
Full-time students can complete the online master’s in computer science program in as little as 1.5 years.
Yes, some students choose to complete the degree part-time while maintaining a full-time work schedule.
No. Distance learners in the MS Computer Science program are not required to visit the campus. Students are always welcome to come to campus to use the Pace facilities.
No, an internship is not required.
Previous experience in computer science is preferred. If students do not have experience in the field, they must complete one prerequisite (bridge) course prior to beginning core coursework:
- CS 505 Introduction to Computer Science with Java
For more information, visit the Pace Online MS in Computer Science FAQ page.
