About Applied Computer Science M.s. in Northwest Missouri State University
The Master of Science in Applied Computer Science offers students with a strong undergraduate background in a technical computing discipline an opportunity to increase their technical expertise and to complement that expertise with fundamental business concepts related specifically to information technology. By increasing students’ knowledge in high-demand areas, such as web services and applications, application design using patterns and frameworks, software development and database systems, graduates of this program will be well-prepared to succeed in a very competitive job market. A two-term, six-credit hour Master’s Project will give students an opportunity to apply their knowledge. Graduates of this program will:
- Have a high degree of competence in areas of high-demand and emerging technologies.
- Have good project management skills and will understand fundamental business concepts, as related specifically to information technology.
- Have experience in the design and implementation of a large project.
- Know how to work in teams.
- Have good written, communication, and presentation skills.
Full-time students with no deficiencies can expect to complete this program in two academic years. Students who attend during the summer session may be able to reduce the amount of time required to 16 months.
Academic qualification equivalents
- Applicants must have completed High School with a GPA of 3.0 (80%) or higher
English language requirements
- IELTS :5.5
- TOEFL IBT: 61
- PTE: 44
Northwest Missouri State University Highlights
| Type of University |
Public, Coed |
| Established Year |
1905 |
| Campus Setting |
Rural |
| Location |
Maryville, Missouri |
| Annual Endowment |
27.26 million USD |
| Percentage of International Students |
6% |
| Student-Faculty Ratio |
22:1 |
| Annual Acceptance Rate |
78% |
| Official website |
nwmissouri.edu |
Northwest Missouri State University Cost of Attendance
Undergraduate
| Item |
Cost |
| Tuition* |
12,527.48 |
| Fees |
3,829.00 |
| On-Campus Living Expenses(9 Months) |
9,022.00 |
| Health Insurance - approximate |
1,265.37 |
| Orientation and Student Service Fees |
300.00 |
| Estimated Undergraduate Cost |
USD 26,943.85 |
Graduate
| Item |
Cost |
| Tuition* |
5,940.00 |
| Fees |
2,667.60 |
| Living Expenses (9 months) |
5,400.00 |
| Health Insurance - approximate |
1,266.00 |
| Orientation and Student Service Fees |
225.00 |
| Estimated Graduate Cost |
USD 15,498.60 |
*Tuition fees are based on academic program irrespective of in-state or out-of-state residency
