--- title: M.S. in Computer Science now offered 100% Online description: Our M.S. Computer Science program is now offered 100% online. Let Fitchburg State prepare you for this fast growing career field. image: https://blog.fitchburgstate.edu/hubfs/Brady%20Chen%20Teaching-2.jpg --- [![Fitchburg State](https://blog.fitchburgstate.edu/hubfs/FitchburgStateUniversity/logo.png)](http://www.fitchburgstate.edu/) # [  ![sgoce-blog-logo-1](https://blog.fitchburgstate.edu/hs-fs/hubfs/sgoce-blog-logo-1.png?width=250&height=106&name=sgoce-blog-logo-1.png)](https://blog.fitchburgstate.edu/gce)   ## [M.S. in Computer Science now offered 100% Online](https://blog.fitchburgstate.edu/gce/ms-computer-science) Posted by [Kimberly McCoy-Blauser](https://blog.fitchburgstate.edu/gce/author/kimberly-mccoy-blauser) on May 21, 2020 at 9:42 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) **Now accepting applications for fall 2020 admissions! ** **Students now have the option to pursue the M.S. in Computer Science fully online or in person on campus.** **The job outlook for data scientists for 2018-2028 is 16% growth.  This projected job growth is much faster than average.* **![Brady Chen Teaching-2](https://blog.fitchburgstate.edu/hs-fs/hubfs/Brady%20Chen%20Teaching-2.jpg?width=300&name=Brady%20Chen%20Teaching-2.jpg) Most jobs for computer scientists require a master’s degree in computer science or a related field. Maximize your options for employment as a computer scientist -- learn more about our [Master of Science in Computer Science](https://www.fitchburgstate.edu/academics/graduate-studies/graduate-programs/computer-science/) at our Virtual Open House Tuesday, June 9 at 5 pm. Register today!  [![REGISTER FOR OUR VIRTUAL OPEN HOUSE](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/376696/c06c654b-492a-4253-b18d-cdbf7a351993.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/376696/c06c654b-492a-4253-b18d-cdbf7a351993) Computer Science is one of the fastest growing job fields and permeates almost all industries. Every field has a need for computer science integration, and our graduates find work in many different sectors. In fact, Money Magazine recently rated "Software Engineer" as the most desirable job in America. In addition to Software Engineer, computer science graduates can get positions as Software Developers, Computer Systems Analysts, Data Analysts, and Data Scientists.** ** The master's degree program is designed for students from various backgrounds who are committed to enhancing their existing knowledge, earning advanced degrees, preparing for advanced professional positions, or embarking upon new career paths. In order to apply for admission into the M.S. in Computer Science program, applicants must have the equivalent of a 4-year bachelors degree. The master's program in computer science is composed of both fundamental and advanced courses. Fundamental courses are core courses which provide a solid theoretical foundation for advanced study. The courses are offered both online and on campus. On campus courses are mainly offered in the evenings with some day classes during the summer. Most students finish in two years, but students have up to six years for completion. Degree candidates have the opportunity to study a variety of topics such as object-oriented systems development, graphics, networks and database systems. Our program provides our students the opportunity to develop marketable technical skills for the quickly evolving information-based society. Learn how we can help prepare you for a career in computer science. Register today for our **Virtual Open House**! [![REGISTER FOR OUR VIRTUAL OPEN HOUSE](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/376696/c06c654b-492a-4253-b18d-cdbf7a351993.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/376696/c06c654b-492a-4253-b18d-cdbf7a351993) *Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, Computer and Information Research Scientists, on the Internet at [https://www.bls.gov/ooh/computer-and-information-technology/computer-and-information-research-scientists.htm](https://www.bls.gov/ooh/computer-and-information-technology/computer-and-information-research-scientists.htm) (visited May 14, 2020). 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