M.S. in Computer Science from University of Houston - Clear Lake 2026 Entry: Fees, Deadlines, Eligibility etc.

Category

Details

School

College of Science and Engineering

Course Duration

2 years

Total Credits

33-36 credits

Academic Requirements

• Applicants must have an undergraduate degree in computer science, mathematics, computer engineering or other disciplines related to computer science with extensive background of computer science.
• A minimum 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 U.S. scale is required or international equivalent around 70–75% in the Indian grading system.
• Foundation courses: Object-Oriented Programming, Calculus II, Data Structures, Design of Database Systems, Computer Organization and Assembly or Computer Architecture, Operating Systems. In addition to two of the following: Software Engineering, Discrete Math, Linear Algebra, Differential Equations, Probability and Statistics, University Physics II.

Standardized Tests

• GRE total score of 290 (140 verbal + 150 quantitative).
  • GRE is not required for students with Master's or Ph.D. degree, or undergraduate with bachelor's degree from an ABET accredited program.

English Proficiency Score

• IELTS: 6.0
• TOEFL iBT: 79
• PTE: 53
• Duolingo: 115

Application Fee

$75

Application Link

https://connect.uhcl.edu/portal/grad_app

Documents Required

• Online Application Form
• Application Fee
• Official transcripts, individual mark/grade sheets (showing all passes and fails) and confirmation of degrees or diplomas for all academic studies attempted and completed at other colleges/universities.
• You must submit these documents in the original language and English translations (if applicable).
• Proof of English language proficiency 
• All applicants are required to submit a copy of their passport ID page(s).
• Submit Your Financial Documents
• Submit Your Immigration Documents

• A Student Statement of Understanding form must be signed and submitted as proof that you have read and understand all UHCL admission requirements.