The MS in Computer Science offers students the education needed to place at the forefront of computing research, education, or industry. Through the MS in CS students have the options of a general degree, or a specialization in either Data-Centric Computing or Cybersecurity.
The MS in AI trains students to apply creative thinking, algorithmic design, and coding skills to build modern AI systems. Students will gain deep technical training and expertise in our focus areas of machine learning, computer vision, and natural language processing.
Application Deadline: March 15
Admissions to all MS programs at the BU Department of Computer Science are managed by the BU Graduate School of Arts & Sciences. Eligibility Applications Materials & How to Apply All applications and materials should be submitted electronically through the Graduate School of Arts Sciences. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis until the application deadline. We do not accept applications passed the deadline. All applications and materials should be submitted electronically through the Graduate School of Arts & Sciences. Please note that the $95 application fee must be paid for an application to be processed.Applying to MS in Computer Science
To apply students must submit:
Admissions to all MS programs at the BU Department of Computer Science are managed by the BU Graduate School of Arts & Sciences. Eligibility Applications Materials & How to Apply All applications and materials should be submitted electronically through the Graduate School of Arts & Sciences. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis until the application deadline. We do not accept applications passed the deadline. All applications and materials should be submitted electronically through the Graduate School of Arts & Sciences. Please note that the $95 application fee must be paid for an application to be processed.Applying to MS in AI
To apply students must submit:
Application Resources
Financial Aid Scholarships In the interest of growing a more diverse student body, the we focus on three main categories when awarding MS scholarships: These awards require that the recipient maintain a GPA of 3.0 or higher throughout their studies.Scholarships & Financial Aid
U.S. Federal Financial aid is available to all U.S. permanent residents and citizens. Those who wish to be considered for federal financial aid must submit a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Though it is not exhaustive, BU has some tips on completing the FAFSA on the BU Financial Aid website.
The Department of Computer Science is committed to making our professional MS degree accessible to a wide variety of students. To help with tuition costs, we offer scholarships ranging from $5,000 to $30,000 for full-time study. All admitted students will be considered for these awards – no separate application is required. If you are selected for an award, you will be notified at the time of your admission.
Beyond our scholarships, the BU Department of Computer Science is continually evolving to make our programs more accessible to diverse communities. To aid in this commitment, we are honored to have been selected as a 2019 BRAID Affiliate School. The CS masters programs at Boston University is geared toward students with a CS undergraduate degree, but we also welcome those with equivalent computer training and experience, as well as students with gaps in their CS background, but strong academic records overall. Whatever your background, in the Department of Computer Science, you’ll find a dynamic, diverse, and supportive community comprising a first-rate faculty and inspired student body—all located in the culturally and educationally rich city of Boston, Massachusetts, the center of a region with a storied history of technology innovation.Commitment to Diversity
