Admissions
Tuition and Fees
The tuition and fee rates provided here are for the Masters Program in Computer Science Program (MPCS) 9-course, 12-course, and Pre-Doctoral program in the 2024-2025 academic year.
| Number of Courses | Tuition Amount |
| 1 Course | $6,856 |
| 2 Courses | $13,714 |
| 3 Courses | $20,575 |
| 4 Courses | $27,430 |
| Quarterly Fees | Fee Amount |
| Lifetime Transcript Fee (First quarter of enrollment only) | $78 |
| Graduate Student Services Fee | $484 |
| University Student Health Insurance Plan (U-SHIP) | $1,666 |
Important Notes:
- Please note that enrolling in the program entails additional costs beyond the tuition listed. For a complete breakdown of direct and indirect expenses, visit the Cost of Attendance page through the Graduate Financial Aid Office.
- For details on quarterly and other fees, as well as comprehensive tuition rate information, please visit the Office of the University Bursar website.
- Joint MBA/MPCS students will follow the Booth School of Business tuition structure.
Funding Your Graduate Education
Scholarships
The Masters Program in Computer Science evaluates all applicants, including international and part-time students, for merit-based scholarships. No additional paperwork is required for consideration. These limited awards are granted at the time of admission. To receive the best consideration for these competitive scholarships, we strongly encourage early application.
Other Aid
Exploring funding options is a crucial step in planning your graduate education. For detailed information on financial aid opportunities at the University of Chicago—available to both domestic and international students—please visit our Graduate Funding and Aid webpage.
U.S. citizens seeking Federal Student Aid should complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Be sure to use the University of Chicago’s code: 001774.
For information and assistance with employer tuition benefits, please visit the Bursar’s website.