Los Angeles,
CA,
United States
Type
Private
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MSc in Computer Science in Los Angeles United States | Loyola Marymount University
Loyola Marymount University
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Los Angeles United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
32,520
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
18 months
Pursuing a master's in Computer Science at LMU provides students with a unique interdisciplinary educational experience. Learners can engage with diverse fields including biological databases, 3-D animation, genetic sequencing, identity verification systems, cubesat development, AI technologies, and virtual reality simulations. Situated close to the innovative Silicon Beach tech corridor and major aerospace/defense sectors, we actively cultivate partnerships with local industries.
Our curriculum delivers extensive educational opportunities addressing cutting-edge technological developments. LMU's academic approach leverages our adaptability, personalized design, industry alignment, and strong connections with other engineering and science disciplines. We're committed to facilitating every student's academic objectives and career growth aspirations.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
The minimum GPA is 3.0
All applicants must possess a bachelor's degree in computer science, mathematics, or other closely related fields
Undergraduate preparation for all graduate students, regardless of previous degrees, should include the following subject areas:
Computer Programming (CMSI 185)
Programming Lab (CMSI 186)
Data Structures/Algorithms (CMSI 281)
Computer Systems Organization (CMSI 284), and
At least one of the following:
Introduction to Microprocessors (ELEC 384)
Operating Systems (CMSI 387)
Programming Languages (CMSI 386)
The preparation courses above do not have to be taken at LMU, however, courses taken at other universities must satisfy the above requirements. Applicants who do not have adequate background in computer science may be required to take additional undergraduate courses.
Official transcripts for all schools attended after high school
Letter of intent (approximately 1.5 pages in length)
(Optional) Two (2) letters of recommendation
One must attest to the applicant's previous academic performance and ability to succeed in a degree program
The other can be a professional letter of reference.
Two (2) letters of recommendation may attest to professional performance, if the applicant graduated more than five (5) years ago
(Optional) Graduate Record Exam (GRE)
Require a minimum score of 79 internet-based (IELTS Overall Band Score of 6.5).
All applicants must possess a bachelor's degree in computer science, mathematics, or other closely related fields
Undergraduate preparation for all graduate students, regardless of previous degrees, should include the following subject areas:
Computer Programming (CMSI 185)
Programming Lab (CMSI 186)
Data Structures/Algorithms (CMSI 281)
Computer Systems Organization (CMSI 284), and
At least one of the following:
Introduction to Microprocessors (ELEC 384)
Operating Systems (CMSI 387)
Programming Languages (CMSI 386)
The preparation courses above do not have to be taken at LMU, however, courses taken at other universities must satisfy the above requirements. Applicants who do not have adequate background in computer science may be required to take additional undergraduate courses.
Official transcripts for all schools attended after high school
Letter of intent (approximately 1.5 pages in length)
(Optional) Two (2) letters of recommendation
One must attest to the applicant's previous academic performance and ability to succeed in a degree program
The other can be a professional letter of reference.
Two (2) letters of recommendation may attest to professional performance, if the applicant graduated more than five (5) years ago
(Optional) Graduate Record Exam (GRE)
Require a minimum score of 79 internet-based (IELTS Overall Band Score of 6.5).
Tuition
USD
32,520