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Master of Science in Applied Computer Science (STEM)

Southeast Missouri State University

USA,Missouri

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24 Months

Duration

CAD 13,237/year

Tuition Fee

CAD 60

Application Fee

Aug 2025

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USA, Missouri

Type: University

Location Type: Semi-Urban

Founded: 1873

Total Students: 10,089 +

Int. Students: 1,153 +

Campus Detail

Main Campus Address

1 University Plaza, Cape Girardeau, MO 63701, United States

Overview
Key Facts
Fees & Funding
Admission Requirements
Scholarships
Student Visa
Work Permit

Master of Science in Applied Computer Science (STEM)

Program Overview

Mixing business with computing. That’s what we do.

An applied computer science degree focuses on the technical aspects of computer science to drive business decisions. The field was developed to answer the need for a business-focused IT professional. In addition to helping those with a computer science degree further their career, the program also prepares those with no background in computer science.

What You’ll Do

The program helps enhance your technical and professional skills so you can develop a high degree of specialization.

Learn theoretical computer science, software construction, data analytics, cloud computing and more.
Develop software applications.
Gain critical reasoning and technical writing skills.
Work closely with faculty advisors armed with professional/industrial background.

Detailed Program Facts

Program Level

Master's Degree

Application Processing Days

42 Days

Program Intensity

Full-Time

Duration of Program

24 Months

Backlogs Allowed

Program Intakes

Intake Month/Year		Intake Status
jan 2025		Closed
aug 2024		Closed
aug 2025		Open

Application Fee

Application Fee: CAD 60

Tuition Fee

CAD 13,237 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

Living Cost in Southeast Missouri State University

CAD 8,000 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Check program website for more information about funding options.

English Test Requirements

IELTS
- Minimum Overall Score - 6.0
TOEFL
- Minimum Overall Score - 80
PTE
- Minimum Overall Score - 55.0
DUOLINGO
- Minimum Overall Score - 110.0

Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have a Bachelor's Degree in Computer science, Computer Information systems or related field.
Students with bachelor’s degrees from other fields will be required to take up to 2 prerequisites related to Fundamentals of Computing and Programming (provisional admission).
Six completed hours of science and six completed hours of mathematics in the undergraduate degree

Minimum CGPA Required: 71.00 %

Additional Information

Scholarships

Work Permit

PGWP

Optional Practical Training or OPT is a period during which students, who have completed their degrees in the USA, are permitted to work for one year on a student visa by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). OPT allows students to work for up to 3 years and develop real-world skills to survive in the competitive jobs market.

It is temporary employment for a period of 12-months that is directly related to the major area of study of an F-1 student. Eligible students have the option to apply for OPT employment authorization before completing their academic studies and/or after completing their academic studies.

A student can participate in three types of Optional Practical Training (OPT):

Pre-Completion OPT: This is temporary employment provided to F-1 students before completion of their course of study.
Post-Completion OPT: This is temporary employment available to F-1 students after completing their course of study.
24 Month STEM Extension: Students enrolled in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) courses can a 24-month extension after their initial Post-Completion OPT authorization.