MSc in Information Systems Engineering in Stony Brook United States | Stony Brook University, SUNY

Stony Brook University, SUNY | Stony Brook United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD 24,490
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
18 months

The Master of Science in Information Systems Engineering (MSIS) program highlights the engineering and practical applications of Information Technology (IT). Unlike conventional Information Systems programs, this curriculum adopts an engineering perspective on IT. The coursework also prioritizes both individual communication abilities and collaborative teamwork. The MSIS degree offers specialized pathways tailored to various IT career fields. With a 30-credit structure, the program welcomes students from diverse academic backgrounds. A dedicated Executive track enables working professionals to complete the 30 credits through evening and weekend classes. Available concentrations include Systems Engineering, Telecommunications, and Software Engineering. Foundational courses cover programming, hardware, data management, analysis, modeling, design, networking, and technology integration. After fulfilling core requirements, students select electives to focus on their chosen specialization. The program emphasizes applying learned skills to address practical challenges, with the integration component completable anytime after core coursework. The MSIS degree provides distinct career-focused specializations within its 30-credit curriculum, accommodating students from various backgrounds. Working professionals can pursue the Executive track's flexible evening/weekend schedule. Concentration options span Systems Engineering, Telecommunications, and Software Engineering. Core studies encompass programming, hardware, data systems, analysis, design principles, networking, and technology implementation. Following core completion, students tailor their education through elective selections, applying their knowledge to solve authentic problems, with the integration requirement flexible after core fulfillment.


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Language Requirements

English
IELTS 6.0

Qualification Requirements

A baccalaureate degree from an accredited applied science or engineering program with a minimum GPA of 2.75. (Provisional admissions may be granted in exceptional cases if the GPA is less than 2.75 but above 2.25 provided it is approved by the Graduate School at the recommendation from the IS Graduate Committee. Provisionally admitted students are required to take at least two courses in the first semester and receive a B average to continue in the program.)

B. GRE scores (Provisionally admitted students without GRE scores must take the examination within the first semester of their registration.)

C. A minimum score of 550 in TOEFL for applicants whose first or native language is not English.

D. Letters of recommendation, and

E. Other documents as described in the Graduate Bulletin.

Admission to the Executive track is based on the following criteria:

A. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited applied science or engineering program, with a minimum GPA of 2.75.

B. IT related work experience,

C. Details of work experience, responsibilities/duties, and career goals, and

D. A minimum score of 550 in TOEFL if the baccalaureate degree is from a foreign institution, and

E. Letters of recommendation from current and previous employers and teachers.

Tuition USD 24,490

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