Master's in Computer and Information Science

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Attend Our Information Session: April 11, 2025

Join us for an Information Session for our Computer and Information Science Program. You will have an opportunity to meet with the Director of the Program and the Graduate Admissions Counselor as we discuss program highlights, curriculum and the application process. There will be plenty of time for Q & A, so have your questions ready.

The Information Session will be held on Friday, April 11, 2025 at 12:00 PM CST. Please RSVP at the link below.  We look forward to seeing you there!

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The nationally ranked and recognized master’s in Computer and Information Science program at Marquette prepares students to be leaders in the field and offers an option for students without a background in computer science.

Students have the choice of either on campus or fully online program delivery. The on-campus program includes flexibility for students with evening and blended options and features the identical curriculum and faculty as our online delivery format which was ranked #20 in U.S. News and World Report’s 2023 Best Online Master’s in Information Technology Programs.

Marquette is recognized as a Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense Education by the Department of Homeland Security and the National Security Agency.

33

Credit Hours*

3

Specializations

online program delivery

Part-time Options


*Based on non-thesis (Plan B). See bulletin for thesis (Plan A) credit hours

Computer science professor awarded NSF grant

Dr. Debbie Perouli has received a $2.6 million grant from the National Science Foundation to train next generation of cybersecurity professionals.

Specializations

The Computer and Information Science offers specializations in AI and Analytics, Information Assurance and Cyber Defense, and a general, customizable option.

Details on the required courses for these specializations are published in the Graduate School Bulletin.

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Information Assurance and Cyber Defense

Computing Career Change Opportunity

 

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Flexible Class Options, Learning Outcomes

Career Outcomes

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Ready to learn more about Marquette's Computer and Information Science graduate program? Request more information now or schedule a campus visit.

Graduate Program Recruiter

Tim Carter

phone: (414) 288-7139

email: tim.carter@marquette.edu

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To be eligible for admission to the Graduate School at Marquette University, applicants must meet the following requirements:

Computing career change specialization: Applicants do not need prerequisites in programming and data structures and algorithms. However, they must enroll in COSC 6500 Foundations of Computing, a full-time boot camp-like experience during the summer months designed to satisfy the prerequisites and provide the proper introduction for a career in computer and information science.

Information asurance and cyber defense specialization: Applicants must have an educational background or equivalent work experience in computer programming in a modern computer programming language with knowledge of algorithms and data structures.

Application Requirements

Read all application instructions prior to beginning an application.

  •  A completed form and fee online
  • Transcripts:
    • Submit copies of all current and previous college/universities except Marquette1
  • A statement of purpose outlining relevant work experience or education, career goals, possible areas of interest, and reasons for seeking admission to this program
  • Three letters of reference from professors or professionals familiar with the applicant's abilities, academic work and/or professional background
  • For international applicants: TOEFL score or other acceptable proof of English proficiency.

1Upon admission, final official transcripts from all previously attended colleges/universities, with certified English translations if original language is not English, must be submitted to the Graduate School within the first five weeks of the term of admission or a hold preventing registration for future terms will be placed on the student’s record. 

This program has rolling admission, which means you may apply and submit all application materials any time before the following dates:

  • Fall term admissions- August 1 (June 1 for international applicants)
  • Spring term admissions- December 15 (October 1 for international applicants)

Applicants who wish to be considered for merit-based financial aid (scholarships) should be aware of the merit-based financial aid deadlines by which all applicant materials must be received by the Graduate School:

  • Fall term: February 15
  • Spring term: November 15

Financial Aid

For a comprehensive listing of merit-based aid (graduate assistantships/fellowships), visit the departmental financial aid web page. Private scholarships may also be available. U.S. citizens and permanent residents may be eligible to apply for need-based federal aid (loans) to help fund their educational expenses as well.

*To be eligible for one of the COSMIC scholarships, prospective students must be U.S. citizens, or eligible non-citizens, and demonstrate financial need by submitting a completed Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to Marquette.

Tuition and Fees

For information on tuition and fees, please review the Graduate School Bulletin.