Academic Eligibility:

• The MACS program is designed for students with a bachelor's degree in computer science or a related field. However, a student with a non-computer-related degree may substitute relevant work experience as a prerequisite for entry into the program
•  College graduates who have not worked or studied in a computing field may become eligible for the program by addressing their deficiencies either by taking courses at Saint Xavier University prior to their enrollment in the program (a conditional acceptance will be considered), or by providing documentation that they have completed similar courses at another institution. 
• Students with no experience in programming will be required to gain proficiency in one programming language (for example, Python, Visual Basic, C, Java or C++) prior to acceptance into the program.

Indian Student Eligibility:

• The MACS program is designed for students with a bachelor's degree in computer science or a related field. However, a student with a non-computer-related degree may substitute relevant work experience as a prerequisite for entry into the program
• Students with no experience in programming will be required to gain proficiency in one programming language (for example, Python, Visual Basic, C, Java or C++) prior to acceptance into the program.

Language Requirements:

• International students from non-English speaking countries need to prove English proficiency through IELTS/TOEFL or any equivalent test.