Master of Science in Computer Science

Ball State University

Accredited degree

Offered by Ball State University

24 months

12 courses, two tracks: 30 and 36 credits, 6-9 hours per week per course

About $18,000 USD total cost

$489 per credit, with pay-as-you-go tuition for each course

No application required

Degree admission is entirely performance-based

100% online

Lecture videos, hands-on projects, and connection with instructors and peers

Admissions

Pathways to Credit

To earn a Master of Science in Computer Science through Coursera and Ball State University, you will earn 36 graduate credits. Courses are offered in fall, spring, and summer semesters. However, students have options to begin learning right away, including:

· Registering for course in an upcoming term

· Open Content from Ball State University

· Industry Content from Coursera partners including as Google, IBM, and more

Enrollment for the Fall 2025 session is open!

Classes start: August 18, 2025
Enrollment closes: August 24, 2025

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Additional resources

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