Q: What are the educational goals of the program?
To provide you with the appropriate know-how and skills to be the next CEOs and CTOs, and to inspire you to design innovative technology solutions for challenges facing society today. It is our goal to to foster the next generation of thinkers, leaders and entrepreneurs by providing just the right combination of computer science and business courses.
Q: How do I decide if this program suits me?
I have a strong background in programming and/or analytics, and have majored or currently major in Computer Science, Mathematics, Engineering or Economics. Computer Science courses interest me, and the thought of turning my ideas into business realities excites me.
If you have a passion for solving problems using technology, pursuing entrepreneurship and making a difference in this world, then this program is the right fit for you. Visit here to learn more.
Q: How does obtaining a MS-CEI degree help my career?
The MS-CEI program is aimed to prepare students to build technology solutions for challenges facing society today. Designed to train future generations of technology entrepreneurs in the fundamentals of computer science and entrepreneurship, this program will help students succeed as they take on new careers or create new businesses of their own.
Q: How good do I have to be to get in?
You need a strong personal statement, great recommendations, and impressive grades. GREs are recommended. Please find further details here.
Q: What if I have no formal academic background in computer science?
Prospective students without any background are directed to the PAC (Preparatory Accelerated Course), a two-course sequence beginning in the fall and ending in the spring, which is designed to prepare students to begin a master's program in the computer science department.
Q: What do I have to submit to apply?
See Admissions Information for a list of the materials you need to submit. It can help speed your application's progress if all elements of the application are submitted together; however GSAS will accept credentials that arrive separately. If you have any questions regarding the application process, please view the GSAS Application Resource Center. The MS-CEI program admits students on a rolling basis so students are encouraged not to delay their application.
Q: Can you send me pamphlets or brochures about the program?
We no longer create paper informational materials, but please browse our website or email cei.admissions@cs.nyu.edu if you have any specific questions not answered on our website.