Why Choose the M.S. Computer Science Program at SJSU?
We offer a rigorous program that combines fundamentals, applications, and innovation
in computer science.
The department has over 20 full-time professors with research and professional experience
in many areas of computer science, including software engineering, security, networking,
computer graphics, and bioinformatics.
Special topics courses are offered by adjunct faculty from major Silicon Valley companies
such as Google and Nokia.
In addition to providing a solid foundation through coursework, the graduate program
is designed so that you will gain experience working on original projects of substance,
preparing you for employment at an advanced level.
Small classes and individual research projects will give you one-on-one contact with
our faculty.
Our selective admission process ensures that you will interact with other highly qualified
students from Silicon Valley and around the world.
The computer science department has established relationships with IBM, Sun Microsystems,
Hewlett-Packard, and other Silicon Valley companies.
San Jose State University is ranked by U.S. News & World Report to be in the top 10
public colleges and universities in the West that offer undergraduate and masters'
programs.
