• The Master of Computer Science at the Howard University is a 1-year program.
  • It is an on-campus program offered on a full-time basis.
  • The Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science at Howard University offers three graduate degree programs in Computer Science and a certificate program in cybersecurity: a traditional Master of Science in Computer Science, a one-year accelerated Master of Science in Computer Science, a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Computer Science, and a Cybersecurity Graduate Certificate.
  • The program equips students with comprehensive knowledge of contemporary computer science through training that combines both theory and practice.
  • The program provides intensive preparation in the concepts and techniques related to the design, programming, and application of computing systems.
  • It requires students to take a broad spectrum of courses, while simultaneously allowing for emphasis in desired areas of specialization. 
  • Graduate Computer Science Programs (MSc and PhD) at Howard University have the following specialization options:
    • Software Engineering
    • Cybersecurity
    • Algorithms and Machine Learning
    • Data communications
    • Computer systems