Program Overview

Looking for a distinctive education in the tech space to prepare yourself for a Ph.D. or other advanced degree? Illinois Institute of Technology’s Master’s in Computer Science program is ideal for you. We offer you options such as completing a master’s thesis, which will help prepare you for the rigors of a Ph.D. program. You can even earn your master’s in computer science without a CS undergrad degree.

If you’re looking to elevate your computer science career, advance into leadership, or change your career path, Illinois Tech’s master’s in computer science program offers you options to customize your degree program to best meet your needs and your career goals. You can tailor your computer science master’s program by choosing from a master’s thesis, a master’s project, or a coursework-only program.

You can earn your master’s degree in computer science in just two years online, through a hybrid program, or on our high-tech campus, in close proximity to Chicago’s thriving tech industry. Our affordable and innovative computer science master’s program is within your reach—and your budget.

Program Overview

By choosing Illinois Tech’s master’s degree in computer science, you’ll enjoy a number of advantages, including:

• Gain professional expertise through Illinois Tech’s Elevate program. This one-of-a-kind program guarantees hands-on experiences—including research projects, internships, study away, competitions, short courses, and more—as well as personalized academic and career mentorship, all in pursuit of ensuring that our students graduate with career-readiness.
• Customize your computer science master’s degree program to meet your needs. Study full-time or part-time, online, or on campus—or choose a hybrid format to complete your degree. Then choose from a thesis option, a major project, or a coursework-only option.
• Live and learn in the heart of Chicago. Home to a growing technology industry, a thriving hacking community, and a hive of startup activity, Chicago offers you endless options for food, events, culture, and adventures.
• Earn a high-value, affordable master’s degree in computer science. We’re rated an educational best value by The Princeton Review, Forbes, Time, and Money magazine, and ranked third in the nation for upward mobility among highly selective private colleges by Opportunity Insights.
• Learn from leading experts and accomplished researchers. Our faculty act as mentors and encourage students to join them in pushing the boundaries of artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, big data, cloud computing, manufacturing, and more.