MA/MS in Computer Science

Chicago State University awards a graduate degree in computer science, the MS, through its Department of Computer Science, Information Technology and Mathematics (CIMST). The graduate track sits beside a bachelor's program and several minors, and a dedicated graduate advisor supports students in it. Students who finish the department's computing degrees are described as ready for work in industry or government, or for further specialised study. Areas of concentration mentioned for the department include database and software engineering, networks and communications, and web development. The department also hosts industry training academies and lists certificates for graduates holding a bachelor's, covering computer security and covering databases with data analytics, for those who want a shorter graduate credential. Prospective applicants should consult the Graduate Catalog for course lists and requirements, and the department's staff directory for advising contacts.