Computer Science BS to Computer Science MS

Overview

The School of Computing Sciences and Computer Engineering offers an accelerated BS to MS track that enables high-achieving undergraduate students from the School’s Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Information Technology programs to finish their Computer Science MS more quickly by taking specific graduate courses during the senior year of their BS. This master’s program is designed to provide a fundamental understanding of theoretical and applied computer science that will allow the student to begin exploring special topics and state-of-the-art subjects. It will prepare a student for advanced applications, development,
and research positions in industry or for doctoral-level studies.

Campus: Hattiesburg, Online

Admission Requirements

USM undergraduates interested in the accelerated BS to MS track must submit a preliminary application to the department during (or after) the final semester of their Junior year. They must also achieve and maintain a minimum GPA of 3.5. Students should complete 6 hours of coursework as out of career (graduate) courses and must apply for admission to the MS program in their senior year. 

Please see the Graduate School Admission Requirements and Procedures  for any other non-departmental requirements.

Program Requirements and Academic Policies

Students in this accelerated BS to MS track will need to complete a minimum of 27 hours of coursework including a thesis (CSC 698) or a capstone project (CSC 699).

See General Degree Requirements  and General Academic Information  for other requirements and policies.

Accelerated Track Course Requirements (27 hours)