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Computer Information Systems M.S.

Become the Technology Expert in your Company

We live in a technological world in which the technology footprint will continue to expand. You’ll become qualified for a key administrative position in a highly coveted company when you acquire the skills in computer technology and put them to use in commercial environments. A Master of Science in Computer Information Systems from University of Houston-Clear Lake prepares students for a multitude of careers in which technology plays a central role, with a focus on more practical applications of technology that support and add value to an organization’s products or services.

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Combine Technological Competence with Managerial and Organizational Skills

This plan prepares students for key technical, administration and management positions in the analysis, design, implementation, maintenance, operation and management of industrial and commercial computer information systems. Among the coursework’s main objectives is to teach students how to maintain a balance between theory and practice of computer science and computer information systems. Graduates of this program will have mastered the skills needed for tomorrow's complex, technology-induced environments.

You can also choose from two specializations:

Data science
Cyber security

Admission Requirements

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Computer Information Systems M.S.
Admission Deadline

Standard Graduate Admission Deadline
Application

A standard university application is required.
Requirements
- 3.0 GPA
- GRE Total Score of 290 (140 verbal + 150 quantitative)
  - GRE is not required for students with a Bachelor's degree from an accredited US institution
- Undergraduate degree in a related field
- Foundation Courses: High level programming language preferably an Object-Oriented programming such as Java, C++ or C#, Calculus I or Business Calculus, Modern systems Analysis and Design, Design of Database Systems, Business Data Communication

Degree Requirements

UHCL's College of Science and Engineering has created a solid foundation of study designed to help you make your educational dreams a reality. Explore the classes you'll need to take for your University of Houston-Clear Lake degree.

Computer Information Systems, M.S.

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Deadlines for Applying

Graduate Deadlines
Fall

New Degree-Seeking Students - August 1
Returning UHCL Students - August 15
Spring

New Degree-Seeking Students - January 5
Returning UHCL Students - January 15
Summer

New Degree-Seeking Students - May 1
Returning UHCL Students - May 25

Please note, some graduate programs have special deadlines and requirements. For more information, go to How to Apply as a Graduate Student. The online application is scheduled to close for Graduate students after the Formal UHCL Student deadline of each semester.

Applying After the Priority Deadline

New, non-degree seeking, and returning UHCL students applying after the deadlines above may be considered for admission on a case-by-case basis. Please contact the appropriate graduate enrollment counselor for more information. A $50.00 Late Registration Fee or $50.00 Late Payment may apply.

Review the UHCL Academic Calendar for registration and payment dates and deadlines.

International Deadlines
Fall

Freshman Final Deadline - Apply by June 1

Transfer Final Deadline - Apply by July 15
Spring

Freshman Final Deadline - Apply by October 1

Transfer Final Deadline - Apply by December 15
Summer*

Freshman - Application Not Accepted for Summer Semester.

Transfer Final Deadline - Apply by May 1