Computer Science

Northeastern University’s Master of Science in Computer Science prepares students for exciting, meaningful careers across the full spectrum of computer science applications and across industries. Whether you choose to be a generalist or a specialist, the MSCS program will equip you to tackle diverse challenges in the field of computer science. Refine your broad base of fundamental knowledge and gain expertise in breadth areas such as systems and software, theory and security, and artificial intelligence and data science. Discover what an MSCS degree from Khoury College can mean for you.

Build professional connections in Arlington

• Located in the National Capital Region, Arlington, Virginia is one of the fastest growing regions and a top global destination in the U.S. With a focus on security, resiliency, and technology, the campus will funnel students to partnerships in Northern Virginia and Washington, D.C.  
• Technology is a major driver of employment and innovation in the Washington, D.C. metro area. The city and its suburbs account for 31,000 tech jobs, a figure that underestimates the influence of the industry.  
• In February 2021, Washington, D.C., was one of the top metro areas to record the highest month-over-month gains in IT postings and this trend is likely to continue. 
  • AI is a tech niche to watch in D.C.; expect big future growth here. 
  • Software developers and technical/digital solutions are strong job market segments. 
  • Amazon's HQ2 project in Pentagon City will add jobs. 
• Companies providing these services will also compete for government contracts. If you are looking to land a tech position in D.C., prospects look good. As we move toward a "new normal," it is anticipated jobs in the region will continue to be added. Source
• While Arlington is home to top businesses, almost a third are government positions. The U.S. Marine headquarters and the Pentagon, which can be viewed from the rooftop level of the campus, are located in the campus's new home. The opportunities are endless in Arlington as we present world-leading companies and organizations such as: 
  • Accenture, AES, Air Force Office of Scientific Research, Amazon, AvalonBay, Boeing, Bloomberg Industry Group, Booz Allen Hamilton, Center for Communications and Computing, Central Intelligence Agency, Deloitte, Department of State, E*TRADE, Gartner, Graham Holdings, Grant Thornton, Lockheed Martin, March of Dimes, Microsoft, M9 Solutions, National Cybersecurity and Communications Integration Center, National Security Agency, Nestle, PBS, Politico, Raytheon, Thomas Jefferson National Accelerator Facility, ThreatConnect, and Virginia Hospital Center. 
•  The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) projects IT jobs to grow 15 percent through 2031 and the security space 35 percent. This is pretty solid growth when compared to other occupations. Since many of the big players occupying the technology space find D.C. to be an attractive hub with opportunities for expansion, all things considered, signs indicate technology professionals will find plenty of prospects. Source

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