Online Master of Science in Computer Science from Pace University

Program Overview
About The School

As the information technology field evolves at an unprecedented pace and businesses adopt both longstanding technology like the cloud and emerging tech like artificial intelligence, demand for computer science and IT professionals is set to grow. In fact, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports 15% expected job growth for computer and information research scientists from 2019-2029, much faster than the 4% average for all occupations.

With the 100% online master’s in computer science from Pace University’s Seidenberg School of Computer Science and Information Systems, you will gain the skills you need to prepare for a variety of careers within the evolving computing world and IT industry. Learn from faculty members who are not only professional educators, but also experienced practitioners in the field. In addition, the faculty in the Seidenberg School are active members of the Association for Computing Machinery (ACM) and the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers, Inc. (IEEE), the premier professional organizations in the computing field.

The Latest and Most Accessible Technology

The Seidenberg Portable Lab gives you access to a portable full-featured personal lab of software development tools and enterprise servers. Our coursework and virtual lab offer hands-on experience with a wide range of industry-standard tools, from web and mobile programming in Java and HTML5 to big data processing techniques like Map Reduce. Virtual machines can be run on your own computer or laptop, meaning you can study and gain practical experience anywhere, anytime.

Customize Your Degree With Electives

The online MS in Computer Science is a 30-credit program with a rigorous curriculum built on a core of algorithms and computing theory, internet and web computing, grid and cloud computing, and database systems. Students can complete the program in as little as 1.5 years, full time. The program features a large variety of electives that allow students to choose from two curated focus areas, or create their own plan of study tailored to their specific career goals with the help of their advisor. Focus areas can include:

Artificial Intelligence— Utilize deep learning and intelligent systems for optimizing system and business efficiency and quality
Application Development— Learn to create real-time applications and translate game design into workable script language for different computer and mobile platforms

The online MS in Computer Science offers a bridge course for students without a technical background. This coursework serves as a technical foundation and is required before the core courses. Students with a computer science background do not need to take the bridge courses.

Prepare to Advance in or Enter the Field

Students with experience can prepare for more managerial and leadership roles, and career-changing students will have access to entry level roles within the computer science field. Exciting career opportunities include jobs as computer programmers, game designers, mobile app developers, security analysts, software engineers, and web developers.

Pace MS in Computer Science students also benefit from our extensive career services team, which can connect you with employers, help you improve your resume, and give you a chance to practice job interview skills.

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The Seidenberg School of Computer Science and Information Systems

Founded in 1983, the Seidenberg School at Pace University is one of the nation’s first dedicated schools of computer science and information systems. It is named in honor of Ivan G. Seidenberg, former chairman and CEO of Verizon Communications, who supported the School with the largest single gift in Pace’s history.

Education that blends theoretical and practical knowledge to develop strong problem-solving abilities is central to the School’s philosophy and mission. 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.

The School is a national leader in cybersecurity education, designated by the National Security Agency (NSA) and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) as a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense Education (CAE-CDE). Our courses in the field adhere to the NSA’s rigorous set of standards, which employers at organizations across industries recognize as a benchmark for excellence, and our graduates enjoy exciting careers at agencies including the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, FBI and New York Police Department.

About Pace University

For more than 100 years, Pace University has excelled at preparing its diverse student body for a lifetime of professional success in a changing world. Pace is ranked the #1 private, four-year college in the nation for upward economic mobility by Harvard University’s Opportunity Insights, evidence of the transformative education the University provides.

Founded in 1906 as a one-room accounting school, Pace University has grown into one of the largest universities in New York State, enrolling more than 13,600 students in bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral programs in more than 175 majors and programs across business, health care, computer science, humanities, education, science, law, and the arts. As we continuously develop new ways to support students who want to come learn on campus, we are also expanding our online and hybrid offerings for remote learning.

At Pace, our curricula are relevant and responsive to the changing needs of our students. Through flexible, hybrid, and cutting-edge learning environments, our students are getting the quality education they want and the upskilling they need to be successful in the changing world. From degree programs to badges and certificates, Pace University provides all students—regardless of location—access to opportunity.

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