Master's in Computer Science Online Program

Computer Science Master's Degree

Work with a variety of programming languages and operating systems, and learn the skills needed to build and maintain computer software.

The online computer science master’s degree features a broad-based curriculum designed to prepare students for advanced positions in the computing industry as well as for further academic studies. This program was ranked #9 in Best Online Master’s in Computer Science Degrees in 2022 by Fortune.com.

You can choose a core area of focus to customize the program to your academic and career goals, and the coursework options include a variety of systems-based, theoretical and applied options. Core areas of focus include cybersecurity, high assurance software engineering, cyber-physical systems, artificial intelligence and data science.

$860.13 per credit hour*
30-33 credit hours
100% online

*Tuition rate is based on 2025-2026 rates, which are subject to change annually. Your hours and costs will differ depending on your transfer hours, course choices and academic progress. For a full breakdown of all tuition and fees, please visit K-State's Online Tuition and Fees website.


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