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376 Best Master's Computer Science & IT Programs in the United States

Across the United States, 182 universities offer 376 Master's Computer Science & IT programs — most run 1–2 years. Courses from Georgia Institute of Technology, Vanderbilt University and Georgetown University come first, because those universities rank highest.

How these courses are ranked

12 of these universities hold a QS World position, from #123 (Georgia Institute of Technology) to #574 (Florida International University); they are listed first, in that order. Below them, universities follow their research output: Vanderbilt University is cited most (20,026,856 citations). 13 universities have neither a QS position nor a research record yet and appear at the end, marked "Not yet ranked".

Inside the course list

Within the subject, the largest areas are Computer Science & IT (366), Computer Science (4), Data Science (2) and Cybersecurity (2). The usual length is 1–2 years and 2 years. 73% are full-time and 88 can be studied online. Start dates lean to Fall (100% of courses with a stated intake) and Spring (99% of courses with a stated intake). Concordia College - St. Paul offers the widest choice, with 9 of these courses.

Frequently asked questions

What are the top universities for Master's Computer Science & IT in the United States?

Georgia Institute of Technology (QS World #123), Vanderbilt University (QS World #250) and Georgetown University (QS World #285) lead this list. QS World positions come first; the rest are ranked by research impact.

Which is the cheapest university for Master's Computer Science & IT in the United States?

Of those with published fees, University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez is the least expensive at about USD 5,274 a year. Fees are indicative — confirm on the university's site.

How long does a Master's Computer Science & IT course take in the United States?

Most listed courses run 1–2 years, with 2 years the next most common.

When do Master's Computer Science & IT courses start in the United States?

Fall is the main intake — 100% of courses with a stated start date begin then, and Spring is the second.

Can I study Master's Computer Science & IT online with a university in the United States?

88 of these courses are listed as online.

Which university has the most Master's Computer Science & IT courses in the United States?

Concordia College - St. Paul, with 9, ahead of Clark University (9).

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