

Why pursue a master’s
in computer science?
In today’s tech-driven world, earning your master’s in computer science can help you meet advanced job requirements in high-demand fields like cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, machine learning, and software development. This degree will not only expand your skill set but also boost your earning potential and accelerate your career growth. Through our graduate admissions consulting, we’ll help you take those first steps toward a successful career in computer science.
Specialized admissions counseling for your master’s in CS application
Engage in one-on-one advising sessions with your Prepory graduate admissions coach. Your coach will provide a tailored strategy to assist you throughout every stage of your computer science master’s degree admissions process.
Receive a thorough evaluation of your academic, professional, and technical background, focusing on computer science skills and projects. Based on your assessment, you’ll work to strategically strengthen your profile to stand out to CS graduate program admissions committees and align with your career goals.
Identify CS master’s programs that fit your career goals with guidance from your coach. Explore options like Carnegie Mellon's Master's in Machine Learning, UPenn’s Master of Computer and Information Technology, and MIT's Master of Science in Computational Science and Engineering.
Collaborate with your graduate admissions coach to develop a custom GRE strategy for achieving a competitive score. Together, you’ll focus your plan heavily on the Quantitative Reasoning sections, as they hold significant weight in your CS application.
Craft a compelling statement of purpose that highlights your technical experience and professional achievements, making a strong case to admissions committees.
Refine your resume with the guidance of your Prepory coach, focusing on your programming skills and technical projects to showcase your expertise most relevant to CS programs.
Participate in mock interview sessions with your coach. You’ll learn how to effectively discuss your technical experience, practice answering scenario-based questions, and build the confidence you need to excel in your computer science admissions interviews.
Identify ideal recommenders with your graduate admissions coach. Together, you’ll strategize your requests to ensure your recommendations authentically vouch for your technical expertise and leadership in the field of computer science.
Once you've received your acceptance letters, evaluate your options alongside your coach and choose the computer science master’s program that best aligns with your academic and career goals.



Crafting your stand-out
statement of purpose
Your statement of purpose is the largest writing component of your CS master’s application. It’s your chance to showcase your technical background, research interests, and future goals in the field of computer science.
Through our computer science master’s admissions counseling program, you can submit an unlimited number of written application materials to our team of Writing Specialists. Our specialists will provide you with objective professional critiques to help you take your writing to the next level.
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FAQs for computer
science graduate applicants
Choosing between an on-campus or online master's in computer science depends on your learning style, schedule, and career goals. On-campus programs offer direct access to labs and networking, while online options provide flexibility for working professionals.
While deciding to further your education can be a deeply personal question, a master's in computer science is worth it for those seeking advanced roles in tech. It opens doors to high-demand fields like AI, cybersecurity, and data science, and often leads to higher salaries and career growth.
GRE scores can be important for computer science programs, especially in top-tier schools. However, some programs are moving away from GRE requirements, focusing more on academic performance, experience, and technical skills.
Yes, many computer science master's programs accept students without a CS undergrad degree. You may need to complete prerequisite courses in programming, algorithms, or mathematics to qualify.
Through one-on-one advising sessions, students meet with their graduate admissions coach to receive individualized counseling following their personalized syllabus and program milestones. Students work together with their coach to brainstorm, curate, and form their application collateral. These 60-minute advising sessions occur through Zoom video conferences.
Students can submit their statement of purpose, research proposal, resume, CV, diversity statement, and all other required supplemental writing materials for comprehensive feedback from our team of essay review experts. Our Writing Team will review their materials and provide grammatical, structural, organizational, and content feedback within three (3) business days. The written materials can be submitted as many times as needed.

Ready to secure your spot in a top master’s in computer science program?
Our graduate admissions counselors are here to help you craft a standout application to your dream CS master’s Program. Book your initial consultation to get started.
Please note that a parent or guardian must be on the consultation for high school students.