Master of Science in Computer Science

A Personalized Approach to Learning

It’s the right time to take the next step in your computer science career. Employment in the field is projected to grow faster than average from 2021 to 2031,1 offering a variety of opportunities in the rapidly expanding software engineering and information security industries. With direct access to faculty, the 30-credit hour Master of Science in Computer Science program from Adelphi University helps catapult your career into a number of specialties, such as information security specialist or consultant, cybersecurity architect or engineer, or software developer.

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A Curriculum Focused on Advancing Your Career in Computer Science

The Master of Science in Computer Science program is designed to advance your career in related fields. The program provides a scientific approach to cybersecurity from a software engineering perspective, as opposed to an emphasis on software development. This program may accept up to six transfer credit hours.

Top Recognition for Adelphi University

Adelphi has been transforming lives with our unique approach to learning for more than 150 years. By welcoming students from around the globe, we’ve expanded our academic offerings and geographic reach, celebrating significant milestones and successful outcomes.

Adelphi University is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, and our degree programs have received considerable recognition from numerous national publications and organizations such as U.S. News & World Report, The Princeton Review, Colleges of Distinction, Military Friendly and more:

Best colleges, Social mobility 2025, U.S. news and world report
Best colleges, national universities 2025, U.S. News and world reports
Best colleges of equity and inclusion distinction, 2024-2025 distinction
Military friendly school, 2024-2025 silver
The Princeton review, best regional colleges 2024 northeast
Best graduate schools 2024, 250 best
Best colleges, colleges of international distinction 2024-2025
Phi theta kappa honor society, transfer honor roll 2024
The Princeton review, guide to green schools 2023
Best colleges, colleges of career development distinction 2024-2025, 5 years
best colleges, colleges of military support distinction 2024-2025, 5 years
best colleges, colleges of 2024-2025 distinction, 10 years
Military friendly spouse school, 2024-2025
insight into diversity, higher education excellence in diversity award 2024, seven-time recipient

Online Study at Adelphi University

Adelphi’s online programs are built for flexibility, providing you with a quality education that fits into your busy schedule. Our expert faculty are always here to answer your questions and guide you through your program. We offer many opportunities for students to connect directly with professors and work alongside them for research, mentoring and networking.

Advance Your Career in Computer Science

The computer science field is not only filled with opportunities, but it’s also becoming one of the most popular industries to work in. The computer science field is projected to grow by 15% by 20291, a faster growth rate than any other occupation.

Top Computer Science Career Paths

  1. Computer and Information Systems Manager – $159,010 per year2
  2. Computer and Information Research Scientist – $131,490 per year2
  3. Computer Network Architects – $120,520 per year2
  4. Software Developers, Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers – $109,020 per year2
  5. Database Administrators and Architects – $101,000 per year2

The Attention You Deserve

Founded in 1896, Adelphi University is a nationally ranked, respected and well-connected research university. We pride ourselves on our ability to create distinctive environments of intellectual rigor and creativity. At Adelphi, you’ll always have the guidance and support you need to define your success in the classroom, in your career and beyond.

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Sources

  1. “Computer and Information Research Scientists,” Occupational Outlook Handbook. U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Retrieved on March 3, 2023, from https://www.bls.gov/
  2. “Information Security Analysts: Similar Occupations,” Occupational Outlook Handbook. U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Retrieved on March 3, 2023, from https://www.bls.gov/