Hofstra University College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Computer Science 211 Adams Hall Hofstra University Hempstead, NY 11549 US   Phone: (516) 463-4787 Fax: (516) 463-5790   At a Glance Program Requirements Tuition & Financial Aid Institution Overview Important Dates Upcoming Events Degrees: Program Format: Master's Master of Science in Computer Science On Campus Online   Hofstra University's online Master of Science in Computer Science degree gives you the necessary skills to take charge of your career. Our online curriculum offers a safe haven for individuals with advanced technical skills. The program begins with a strong foundation and breadth in computer science, theory, hardware, and software, then moves on to a broad view of the latest specializations. Once you've laid the groundwork, you will move on to advanced topics including Software Project Management, Distributed and Parallel Computing, Network Security and Mobile Device Programming. Whether you enter the program as a computer engineer, software developer or computer science professional, Hofstra's online Computer Science degree offers courses that are tailored to help students narrow their area of specialization and develop expertise. Hofstra University can accommodate your demanding schedule by offering affordable, flexible, online classes. A graduate degree from Hofstra University provides the vital credential that will further your career, and a basis for creating solutions that will further the evolution of computer technology.     Accreditation Information:   # Of Credits Required: 30  Time To Degree: 1.5 years    Previous Degrees * Complete a minimum of 30 semester hours of credit. * Complete the prescribed course of study for the online Master of Science in Computer Science with a minimum grade point average in overall graduate course work of 3.0. * Students must complete courses from four areas: Fundamental Courses (9 semester hours), Breadth Courses (6 hours), Applied Courses (12 hours), Capstone Experience (3 hours).  Pre-Requisite Courses International Student Requirements TOEFL  Requirements Qualifying Exam: GRE Minimum Exam Score: GPA or Equivalent: English Proficiency: Yes Research Competency: Yes Clinical Internship: Yes   Work Experience Volunteer Experience Publications Experience Foreign Language Requirement Other Requirements   Cost Per Credit Hour: $ 850.00  Tuition:   Financial Aid Offered:       # of Students Enrolled Full Time: 1247  # of Students Enrolled Part Time: 1546  Average GPA:   Average Test Scores:   Charge Per Credit: $740  Annual Full Time Avg Institution Tuition: $13320  Financial Aid Offered: Yes  Average Work Experience: Less than 1 Year  Specializations:   # of Terms Per Year: Semester  Placement Percentage:   Historically Black:   Religious Affiliation: Not applicable