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Master of Science in Computer Science

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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

Upcoming deadlines

Summer 2026

  • Enroll from January 12, 2026 to May 11, 2026

Applications for the Summer 2026 cohort are open!

  • Enrollment closes: May 11, 2026

Upcoming events

  • Stay tuned!

Additional resources

Interested in saving money on your degree? Watch our Prior Learning Credit webinar to learn more

Applications for the Summer 2026 cohort are open!

  • Enrollment closes: May 11, 2026

Upcoming events

  • Stay tuned!

Additional resources

Interested in saving money on your degree? Watch our Prior Learning Credit webinar to learn more

Summer 2026 deadline: May 11, 2026

Don’t miss your chance to join the intake!