Graduate Academics
The Siebel School of Computing and Data Science at The Grainger College of Engineering offers a wide range of research areas and programs for aspiring computer scientists of all backgrounds.
By choosing our on-campus programs, you will learn and work in a “living laboratory” equipped with cutting-edge computing infrastructure, or you can attend classes in the nation’s rising tech hub, downtown Chicago. If you prefer flexibility, our online programs allow you to learn from world-class faculty while balancing your personal and professional commitments.
Transform your innovative ideas into groundbreaking advancements in artificial intelligence, security, and quantum computing.
Graduate degrees offered
Urbana-Champaign
with thesis
Master of Computer Science (MCS)
Urbana-Champaign
Chicago or Online
non-thesis
Master of Science (M.S.) in Computer Science
Urbana-Champaign
with thesis
Master of Science (M.S.) in Bioinformatics
Urbana-Champaign
non-thesis can count toward Ph.D. in Computer Science
Urbana-Champaign
B.S.-MCS non-thesis
B.S.-M.S. with thesis
Graduate Certificate in Computing Fundamentals (iCAN)
Online
non-thesis
Data Science & Engineering (DSE)
Graduate Concentration
Urbana-Champaign
Computational Science and Engineering (CSE)
Graduate Concentration
Urbana-Champaign
Graduate Tracks
Are you ready to specialize in fields like Artificial Intelligence, Data Science or Software Engineering? Complete three or more classes to gain real-world expertise and stand out in today’s tech landscape.
#5
Computer Science Graduate Program
#5
Artificial Intelligence Specialty
#4
Programming Language Specialty
#4
Systems Specialty
#8
Theory Specialty
#2
Data Science Online Master's
11
Leading-edge Research Areas
9
Distinct Graduate Degree Options
130+
CS World-class Faculty
35.5+
Million CS Research Expenditures
14K+
CS Alumni Worldwide
2946
CS Graduate Students
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Graduate Advising
The Graduate Academic Office, a guiding hand for graduate students, offers weekday assistance.