Charlottesville,
VA,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Master of Computer Science in Charlottesville United States | University of Virginia
University of Virginia
|
Charlottesville United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
39,926
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
18 months
The M.C.S. program is coursework-focused, yet students have the opportunity and are actively encouraged to undertake a significant research project.
The Master of Computer Science (M.C.S.) provides two distinct pathways:
M.C.S. (coursework) concentrates solely on classroom instruction without any independent research component.
M.C.S. (project) includes a research component where students work independently under faculty supervision, with research intensity equivalent to one standard academic course.
Upon admission to the M.C.S. program, each student receives an academic advisor. Those choosing the M.C.S. (project) track will have their research supervisor assume the academic advising role.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 7.0
Qualification Requirements
Applications are evaluated based on the following factors:
Background in Computer Science (including project work)
Grade Point Average (GPA)
Graduate Record Examination (GRE)
Letters of reference
Personal statement
TOEFL/IELTS scores
Applications are evaluated in their entirety. A weakness in one factor might be mitigated by strength in another.
The minimum internet-based (iBT) TOEFL score requirement is 90 (including sectional minimums of 22 in speaking, 22 in writing, 23 in reading and 23 in listening). The minimum paper-based TOEFL score requirement is 600. Applicants may submit scores from the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) as an alternative to the TOEFL exam. The minimum IELTS score requirement is 7.0 in each section
Grade Point Average
There is no minimum GPA required for admission. However, most applicants who are offered admission to our program have a GPA of at least 3.3 (out of 4.0). The grades in Computer Science, mathematics and related courses are more important than the overall GPA.
GRE Scores- GRE scores are optional.
Letters of Reference
If possible, letters of references should be written by faculty at a university previously attended. Letters of reference from Computer Science faculty are preferred, but references from employers are welcome. References should pay particular attention to academic achievements and evidence of independent, creative problem solving.
Background in Computer Science (including project work)
Grade Point Average (GPA)
Graduate Record Examination (GRE)
Letters of reference
Personal statement
TOEFL/IELTS scores
Applications are evaluated in their entirety. A weakness in one factor might be mitigated by strength in another.
The minimum internet-based (iBT) TOEFL score requirement is 90 (including sectional minimums of 22 in speaking, 22 in writing, 23 in reading and 23 in listening). The minimum paper-based TOEFL score requirement is 600. Applicants may submit scores from the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) as an alternative to the TOEFL exam. The minimum IELTS score requirement is 7.0 in each section
Grade Point Average
There is no minimum GPA required for admission. However, most applicants who are offered admission to our program have a GPA of at least 3.3 (out of 4.0). The grades in Computer Science, mathematics and related courses are more important than the overall GPA.
GRE Scores- GRE scores are optional.
Letters of Reference
If possible, letters of references should be written by faculty at a university previously attended. Letters of reference from Computer Science faculty are preferred, but references from employers are welcome. References should pay particular attention to academic achievements and evidence of independent, creative problem solving.
Tuition
USD
39,926