Career Opportunities

More Information

For online education and registration questions:

Jenny Hannifin
Continuing Education
(970) 491-2665
jhannifin@learn.colostate.edu

For admission and academic advising questions:

James Peterson
Computer Science
(970) 491- 7137
peterson@cs.colostate.edu

The field of computer science has remarkable potential for long-term careers. According to CNBC and JobsRated.com, the Computer Systems Analyst profession is the sixth best job in America for 2009 with a median income of roughly $70,000. Software engineering was ranked as the fifth best job with a median income of roughly $80,000. The software engineering profession is also expected to grow the fastest between now and 2016 according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Computer Science was named by CNNMoney.com as one of the top 15 most lucrative college degrees in 2009. This is according to the average starting offers for graduates with this degree.

This Master of Computer Science degree will prepare you to advance your career or find a new job as a:

Computer Systems Analyst
Computer Systems Administrator
Network Administrator
Software Designer or Engineer
Programmer
System Architect
Researcher

This program will make you a valuable asset to any organization by teaching you the methodological skills needed to resolve important and challenging problems.

Who Should Earn This Degree

You should earn this degree if you are a computer industry professional or an information technology worker wanting to improve your skills for career advancement. This degree is also great for individuals with the appropriate backgrounds who want to change careers into the computer science field.

Degree at a Glance

Delivery

Online. On-campus attendance is not required to complete this program.

Total Credits

39 credits

Tuition

$429 per credit
(financial aid available)

Time Frame

Can be completed in two years. Program duration may vary based on previous course work, intensity of study, and course availability. Summer courses are required to complete the degree in two years.

Designed For

Computer industry professionals, IT workers wanting to improve their skills for advancement, and people with appropriate backgrounds who want to change careers into the computer science field.

What You Will Earn

You will earn the same regionally accredited Colorado State University degree that a student on the Fort Collins campus is awarded. Your diploma and transcript are identical to those given to on-campus students.