Online MS in Computer Science

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California State University, Chico has always been ahead of the curve. Now, we’ve continued that tradition by creating the first-ever Online Master of Science (MS) in Computer Science in the CSU school system. This flexible online program is designed for working professionals and will help you develop key skills in computer science and related fields to qualify for lucrative tech positions in almost any industry.

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Computer science is among the fastest-growing disciplines at the graduate level, both nationally and in California. In fact, overall employment for computer and information research scientists is projected to grow 26%, and eight out of 10 of the best tech jobs are directly related to computer science.^2,4 Depending on your interests, you could apply your computer science and STEM-related skills in healthcare, finance, education, insurance, agriculture, retail, or big tech.

open computing jobs nationwide¹

26%

job growth for computer and information research scientists through 2033²

$145,080

average salary for computer and information research scientists²

Every aspect of the online master’s degree in computer science—the faculty, content, and learning outcomes—is exactly the same as the on-campus degree, but with added flexibility. The curriculum is technically intensive and is directly informed by expert faculty and job market demands. Online MS students will also have access to all of Chico’s State Microsoft products, as well as on-campus computing facilities with Linux and a dedicated, enterprise-class server for laboratory tasks, equipped with numerous GPUs and 3 terabytes of RAM.

• Applied machine learning
• Software design & maintenance
• Programming
• Artificial intelligence
• Database management
• Network forensics

$30K

$60K

26%

more per year

more per year

higher salary

than those with only an undergraduate degree in computing⁵

for those transitioning from outside the field of computing⁵

than those with only a bachelor’s degree in computing⁵

Companies like Amazon, Chevron, and Lawrence Livermore seek out Chico State students, and Chico alumni frequently return to recruit from our programs. Make yourself one of their top candidates with an Online MS degree in Computer Science.

Sources

1. Retrieved on March 5, 2024, from code.org/promote
2. Retrieved on November 21, 2024, from bls.gov/ooh/computer-and-information-technology/computer-and-information-research-scientists.htm
3. Retrieved on March 5, 2024, from blog.dol.gov/2022/12/01/computer-science-education-week-explore-in-demand-it-jobs
4. Retrieved on March 5, 2024, from money.usnews.com/careers/best-jobs/rankings/best-technology-jobs
5. Retrieved on March 5, 2024, from fortune.com/education/articles/these-3-computer-science-masters-jobs-pay-at-least-120000

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