The Align MSCS program allows motivated students and professionals who hold a bachelor’s degree in any discipline to earn a master’s degree in computer science (CS) from Khoury College of Computer Sciences at Northeastern University. Technology thrives on new, diverse, and unexpected ideas and perspectives. Break into tech to make an impact.
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As part of your program, you’ll have the opportunity to build diverse CS work experience through a paid, full-time computer science co-op (four to eight months) or internship. In addition to the accomplished faculty, many students choose Northeastern because of its proven work experience.
Hold a co-op or internship in an industry-preferred program
Khoury College can help connect you with co-op, internship, and project opportunities with the college’s 700+ industry partners. Align MSCS helps prepare you to meet the preferred qualifications for job postings with top companies. Many companies offer co-op students full-time employment upon completion of their degree.
Strong support to kick-start your next career move
Your work experience opportunities are closely integrated with both your course curriculum and the advising system. Northeastern’s career staff will support you in preparing for and succeeding during your work experience. Additionally, you’ll have a team of academic advisors and peer mentors to help you along the way.
This comprehensive support system adds depth to your classroom studies, gives you exposure to different career paths and opportunities, and helps you develop a deeper understanding of CS and its many intersections—highly valuable to your future employers.