MSCS options

[carrythenothing]

If NA is acceptable (we'll possibly see RA in the fall), UoPeople's MSIT can be completed in 18 months (two courses/term): https://www.uopeople.edu/programs/cs/deg...urriculum/

[posabsolute]

Hey!

I will add my 2 cents, you don't mention that you actually need it to be CS, I'm guessing you want to do it because it aligns with your profession. If you want to invest this time and push yourself you can certainly do that, but...

Seeing you already have a strong profile in self-learning paths and going at your own pace, I would propose the following:

1. Complete your BA in Computer Science at TESU. (Not sure how much this is still completable these days with alternative credits, check that before)
2. Do the WGU MS in IT management. (very accelerable, I did it in less than 6 months, especially for IT focussed people)

You get the benefits of having a strong computer science background with a master more focus on management.


If you are going the Master in CS path, if I were you I would also have a go at getting into the UPENN MCIT even if the chances are slim.

[carrythenothing]

Hey!

I will add my 2 cents, you don't mention that you actually need it to be CS, I'm guessing you want to do it because it aligns with your profession. If you want to invest this time and push yourself you can certainly do that, but...

What kind of degree do you want?: I'd far prefer a masters in computer science. I would consider an MSIT or MS in applied computer science. I'd like to avoid any business/management/leadership programs. I want to keep options open for a phd in the future. I can't see myself going that route but life changes and I'd like the option, so an MSCS is the best route, I think.

[Pats20]

Hey!

I will add my 2 cents, you don't mention that you actually need it to be CS, I'm guessing you want to do it because it aligns with your profession. If you want to invest this time and push yourself you can certainly do that, but...

Seeing you already have a strong profile in self-learning paths and going at your own pace, I would propose the following:

1. Complete your BA in Computer Science at TESU. (Not sure how much this is still completable these days with alternative credits, check that before)
2. Do the WGU MS in IT management. (very accelerable, I did it in less than 6 months, especially for IT focussed people)

You get the benefits of having a strong computer science background with a master more focus on management.


If you are going the Master in CS path, if I were you I would also have a go at getting into the UPENN MCIT even if the chances are slim.

Like you said chances of admission prolly slim. but if you get in and finish They claim new grads average a starting salary of $125k.

[bjcheung77]

@OP, you should complete the BACS at TESU, apply not only to the ones you want but a few more Masters, just in case Georgia Tech and UT-Austin doesn't accept you, you will have other back up options. Review threads on the graduate sub forum as I have seen several Masters programs that are Applied Computer Science, Data Analytics or Science, Software Development, and so on that are in relevant fields and pretty affordable...