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Master of Science in Computer Science - Align Northeastern University - Silicon Valley Campus Northeastern University - Silicon Valley Campus, USA

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USD 31400

Annual Tuition Fee

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*Subject to change and other fees
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USD 100 Waived

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30 months

Duration

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7.5

IELTS

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100

TOEFL

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75%

Min GPA

Program Overview

Full-time students typically complete the Align MSCS in 2.5 years. The program begins with a two-semester introductory sequence, which provides the foundational knowledge to ensure that students from non-technical backgrounds have the tools they need to succeed. The program also includes the opportunity for 4-8 months of paid, full-time work experience at a company or organization. Khoury College alone has 700+ partner companies. 

Increase your impact in areas that interest you

The Align MSCS program gives you graduate-level training so you can apply computer science in your areas of expertise—or explore an entirely new career. Through Align, you’ll build skills in the core areas of CS. Then you’ll get to explore the junctions of CS and law, music, biology, business, physics, education, biomedical science, language, or whatever interests you through projects as well as co-op and internship opportunities.

Hold a co-op or internship in an industry-preferred program

Khoury College can help connect you with co-op, internship, and project opportunities with the College’s 700+ industry partners.

Align MSCS helps prepare you to meet the “preferred” qualifications for job postings with top companies. Many companies offer co-op students full-time employment upon completion of their degree.

Amazon job postings for full time internships have included the following statement under Preferred Qualifications: "Currently enrolled in the Align Master of Science in Computer Science program at Northeastern University at time of application."

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Additional Information

Program Level Master's Degree

College/University Processing Time 30 Days

Program Format Full-Time

Optional Practical Training (OPT) work permit

Program Intake

Open

Sep 2025

Closed

Jan 2025, Sep 2024

General Admission Requirement

    Academic Requirement

    • Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have a Bachelor's Degree.

    7.5 IELTS Score
    100 TOEFL Score Minimum Overall Score
    300 Gre Minimum Overall Score
    75% CGPA Minimum Overall Score

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    Tuition Fee

    The values given below are estimated figures, excluding extra charges like material fee, student activity fees, athletic fees, health care, etc., for courses. To know more, please visit the Programs page.

    Average Tuition Fee Per Year

    31400

    Tuition Fee
    (USD)

    USD 100 Waived

    Application Fee
    (USD)

    13000 Per year

    Average Cost of Living
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    The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

    Check program website for more information about funding options.

    Scholarships

    • Students who register within the first week of registration opening could qualify for a generous $1,000 scholarship.
    • We kindly request that you reach out to admitted students to ensure they are aware of this opportunity. This initiative applies to all colleges and programs, including Master's, Graduate Certificate, Bachelor's Completion, Undergrad Certificate, and Professional Doctorate programs. This initiative is applicable from June 6th to June 30th, 2024. Additionally, students who enrolled after May 20th and have not yet registered are also eligible to participate.

    Winter/Spring (January) 2025 Scholarship Update

    • All scholarships are applicable to Masters and Grad Certs only
    • The 5% Global Learner Award is added to student records at time of application submission
    • The 2% + Free Grad Learning Enrichment Badge will be applied after add/drop date
    • The 15-20% January 2025 Tuition Scholarships (Seattle, Silicon Valley, Oakland only) are added in Slate after the student has been admitted but before their award letter has been released
    • These scholarships are set up to max out at a total combined scholarship value of 50% - so if someone comes through the system with combined value at 40% already, they will only get 10% of the campus scholarship to max them at 50%.
    • These scholarship offerings are NOT deferrable to another term.

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