Yale Master of Science (MS) in Computer Science
One-year intensive terminal Master's degree at the Yale School of Engineering & Applied Science designed for students seeking advanced expertise in systems, machine learning, or cybersecurity.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related quantitative field with strong GPA (typically 3.6+ / 4.0).
- English language proficiency
- Academic IELTS 7.5 or TOEFL iBT 100.
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- GRE General test optional.
- Thesis / Research statement
- Demonstrated coursework in systems programming, data structures, and algorithms.
- Recommendation letters
- Three academic reference letters.
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- Departmental research assistantships and teaching assistantships available
- Application fee
- USD $105 application fee
- Tuition / joining costs
- USD $51,480/year (approx. 8 course units total).
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- December 15, 2026 (Fall intake deadline)
- Last source review
- 2026-10-14
Important verification note
Facts reflect official Yale University documentation reviewed 2026-10-14. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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