NorComputer Science, MSCS (Boston)Northeastern University

Program Info

Dates and tuition are specific to the 2027 intake.

Multiple application rounds (other deadlines: Jul 1, 2027 | Aug 1, 2027).

Official sources are the final authority

Statement of purpose

Recommended length about 1,000 words (guideline, not a hard limit).

CV or resume

Recent professional resume listing detailed position responsibilities.

Recommendation letters x 2

Submitted via application portal; third-party delivery (e.g., Interfolio) not accepted.

Unofficial transcript(s)

PDF from all post-secondary institutions; official copies typically after admission.

Official sources are the final authority

Academic: Bachelor's degree with GPA 3.0/4.0; Or 8.0/10.0 or 80/100 scale equivalents.
Prerequisites: Technical preparation; Programming/coding classes or equivalent experience; experience writing code in a high-level language; data structures or equivalent data management experience; calculus and discrete mathematics in undergraduate program. Other useful preparation: software engineering, compilers, databases, OOP, or algorithms.
IELTS: 6.5 overall recommended; Recommended minimum if English proficiency proof is required.
TOEFL: 90 overall recommended; Recommended minimum if English proficiency proof is required.
GRE: Optional; GRE test-optional; scores considered as supplementary material only if submitted.