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Master of Science [M.S] [Information Technology] From University of Kansas

Lawrence, KansasLocation
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Master of Science [M.S] (Information Technology)

2 years
Full Time
On Campus

₹16 L/Yr

$19,342 /Yr
  • The School of Engineering offers MSc in Information Technology at the University of Kansas as a 2-years program.
  • This university is ranked #124 in National Universities, US News.
  • It is an on-campus program offered on a full-time basis only.
  • The Master of Science in Information Technology (MSIT) program offered through the KU School of Professional Studies provides the ultimate qualification for IT and computing professionals.
  • KU’s IT master’s degree and certificate programs deepen graduates’ understanding of IT and computing technologies to advance their careers.
  • Information technology covers a variety of professional disciplines, including software development, systems administration and analysis, network support, web development, cybersecurity, and computer and information research science.
  • Careers may also include or lead to chief information officer jobs, vice president of technology jobs, principal technology officer jobs, top information security officer jobs, technology product management jobs, technology product development jobs, and more.
  • The MSc program consists of 9 credits.
  • Students pursuing an MSIT degree or graduate certificate at KU learn to:
    • Develop technical knowledge and managerial skills in IT
    • Support versatile thinking and confident leadership in IT
    • Understand the big picture and make strategic IT decisions that address technical and business demands

Important Dates

EventApplication Date
Application Deadline For Spring 2024 Intake Jan 12, 2024
Priority Application Deadline For Summer 2024 Intake Feb 1, 2024
Priority Application Deadline For Fall 2024 Intake Mar 1, 2024

Tuition Fees

Year1st Year Fees
Tuition Fees₹1603258 (USD 19342)

Other Expenses

HeadAvg Cost Per Year
Housing and Board₹1201905 (USD 14500)
Total Cost₹1201905 (USD 14500)

Eligibility & Entry Requirement

Academic Eligibility:

  • Applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree in information technology, computer science, computer information systems, computer engineering, or a related discipline or equivalent from a recognized institution.
  • A GPA of at least 3.0/4.0 is required to be eligible for the program.
  • Applications without an undergraduate degree in a computer-related field must have 4 years of relevant professional work experience in IT. 
  • The professional work experience requirement may be waived for recent graduates with an undergraduate degree in IT.
  • Applicants must demonstrate programming knowledge via experience or equivalent coursework in data structures and a modern programming language.
  • For a technology-based degree requiring knowledge in probability, statistics, and advanced algebra, an applicant must demonstrate sufficient mathematics aptitude via academic background and work history.

Indian Student Eligibility:

  • Students must complete an undergraduate degree with first-class in a relevant field from a highly-ranked university in India.
  • Or, students completed a master's degree with first-class in a relevant field from a recognized institution.

Along with the minimum eligibility requirements, international students from non-English speaking countries must prove English proficiency through IELTS/TOEFL/any equivalent test to get admission to this program.


Scores Required

80 / 120

Avg. Score in

TOEFL

6.5 / 9

Avg. Score in

IELTS

60 / 90

Avg. Score in

PTE

3.0 / 4

Minimum gpa

GPA

  • Duolingo English Test Minimum Score: 115
  • AEC Coursework: Completion of all AEC coursework and designation as "Proficiency Obtained"

Required Document List

The following required documents are:

  • Resume/CV: It is the outline of academic achievements and/or awards, publications, relevant work, and/or volunteer experience.
  • Two Letter of Recommendation: Letter of recommendation (combination of professional and academic recommenders) which includes information about the student, their connection with the person they are recommending, their qualification, and the specific skills they have.
  • Statement of PurposeThis statement must describe your qualifications and the objectives of your intended educational program.
  • Personal Statement: Reasons or intentions for pursuing studies in this program, including a description of prior experience.
  • Official Transcripts: Applicants who have attended and/or received degrees from institutions outside the US must provide certified copies and certified English translations of transcripts or records of all previous post-secondary education and of all degrees conferred.
  • ELP Scores: Students have to submit their English language proficiency scores like IELTS, TOEFL, or other test scores.

Career and Placement after Course

The careers after graduation are:

  • Software Engineer
  • Computer Programmer
  • Interface Engineer
  • Java Developer
  • Project Manager
  • Information Security Analyst
  • IT Consultant
  • Network Administrator

Scholarship Grants & Financial Aids

NameScholarship Per StudentLevel of StudyType
Go Clean ScholarshipScholarship per student₹ 2.9 L/Yr$3,500Level Of StudyBachelorTypeMerit-Based
Ellis R. Ott Scholarship for Applied Statistics and Quality ManagementScholarship per studentVariable AmountLevel Of StudyDoctorateTypeMerit-Based
AAUW International FellowshipsScholarship per studentVariable AmountLevel Of StudyDoctorateTypeMerit-Based
Forktip Women’s- Innovation ScholarshipScholarship per studentVariable AmountLevel Of StudyBachelorTypeCollege-Specific
Gyandhan ScholarshipScholarship per student₹ 1 L/Yr$1,222Level Of StudyMasterTypeMerit-Based
Deutschland Stipendium ProgramScholarship per student₹ 3.6 L/Yr$4,363Level Of StudyBachelorTypeCollege-Specific


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