Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania

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Admission Snapshot

Typical admitted student: CS or related undergraduate preparation; consult GPA and prerequisite guidance on the graduate admissions portal.

About This Program

Shippensburg’s MSCS suits students balancing affordability with graduate CS rigor near Harrisburg and DC corridor employers; verify assistantships with the department.

Career Outcomes

John L. Grove College of Business-connected STEM MSCS emphasizing graduate CS depth plus AI-relevant electives per department page.

• 1. Software Engineer
• 2. Mid-Atlantic enterprise IT
• 3. Defense-adjacent analytics
• 4. Further study after thesis track

What You'll Learn

• Graduate theory and systems foundations.
• Track-specific research or project expectations where offered.
• Communication skills for technical leadership roles.

Curriculum Highlights

Ship’s MSCS overview lists graduate coursework structures with electives appropriate for ML and intelligent systems tracks—confirm culminating option language in the Graduate Catalog.

Top Employers

Public-sector IT, education technology, logistics—confirm via career center and alumni lists.

Admissions

CS or related undergraduate preparation; consult GPA and prerequisite guidance on the graduate admissions portal.

Application Materials

• Statement of Purpose: Required
• Letters of Recommendation: Typically required—confirm
• Resume: Required
• Transcripts: Official transcripts required

Academic Requirements

• Degree Required: Bachelor's degree
• English proficiency for international applicants