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San Diego State University

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California

United States

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Program Rank

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105

Master of Computer Science Program

The department offers graduate study leading to the Master of Science degree in computer science. The areas in which courses are offered include software, systems, architecture, artificial intelligence, and computer science theory. A Master’s degree in Computer Science provides education and creative experience to prepare graduates for advanced professional employment in industry or government, or for college-level teaching.

Master’s level research projects are available in the following areas of computer science: distributed systems, multiprocessing, operating systems, graphics, neural networks, formal languages, numerical methods, robotics, signal processing, and computational complexity. Specialized laboratories exist for microprocessor architecture, graphics, and robotics and intelligent machines.

See the Center for Graduate Studies site for information about requirements for admission and how to apply to the program. The SDSU graduate bulletin contains the university wide requirements for a master’s degree and a description of the computer science masters and complete department requirements. Once admitted you will want to review the Orientation and Handbook for New Graduate Students.

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Total Tuition Fees

$31,290

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Duration

24 Months

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Median Salary

$70,000

Ranking

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#151

US World and News Report

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Spring ( Apr - June )

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Class Profile

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Class Size

39

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Average Age

31

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Average Work Experience

1 Years

Language Test Scores

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Minimum Score

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6.5 / 9

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Minimum Score

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80 / 120

Diversity

Others:

10%

Mexico:

15%

International:

10%

California:

45%

Unknown:

10%

Admissions

Application Deadlines

Spring

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Standard DeadlineOct 1NA

Application Requirements

What Really Matters When Applying

  • Statement of Purpose

    Required

  • Passport

    Required

  • Resume

    Required

  • IELTS

    Required

  • Transcript

    Required

  • Degree Certificate

    Required

  • Provisional Certificate

    Required

  • Semester wise Marksheet

    Required

  • General LOR

    Required

  • General LOR

    Required

  • General LOR

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  • Application Fee

    70

Career Outcomes

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Median Earnings After Graduation

$70,000 / year

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Graduation Rate

76%

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Job Placement

91%

Prospective Job Roles

Software Developer in Test

Software Engineer

Software Architect

Computer Engineer

Computer Science Researcher

IT Software Engineer

Senior Software Engineer

Software Technical Support Engineer

Computer Scientist

Top recruiters

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Fees and Funding

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Tuition Fees

$15,645 / year

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Overall Cost

$23,030 / year

Funding Options

Department Funding

External Sources - Scholarships

FAQs

  • What is the San Diego State University QS Ranking 2025? In QS World University Rankings 2025, it secured the 1001-1200th position, similar to 2024. Contrarily, the US News & World Report Global Universities Rankings 2023 positioned SDSU 593rd, an increase from the 610th rank in 2022.

  • San Diego State University offers opportunities for graduate study to international students whose academic preparation meets the standards for admission.

  • The most popular majors at San Diego State University include: Business Administration and Management, General; Psychology, General; Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness, General; Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other; Criminal Justice/Safety Studies; Speech Communication and Rhetoric; Biology/ ...

  • Since its founding in 1897, the university has grown to become a leading public research university, and a federally-designated Hispanic-serving Institution and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution.

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