When you choose California State University, Chico for your postgraduate studies, you get a high-quality education at an incredible value. Learn directly from expert faculty members and build strong connections with a cohort of like-minded individuals who aren’t afraid of a challenge.

Online MS in Computer Science Fees

The online master’s in computer science program is 30 credit hours in total, with two 3-unit classes available each fall and spring term and one 3-unit class offered each summer term. Fees are paid at the beginning of each term.

Disclaimer: Chico State makes every effort to keep student costs to a minimum. Knowing the Cost of Attendance is important because the budget helps determine your Financial Need and your financial aid award. Financial Need is defined as the difference between your Expected Family Contribution and the standard Cost of Attendance calculated for each academic year. For an estimated moderate standard of living budget, please refer to the Chico State Cost of Attendance.

Financial Aid

To be eligible for federal financial aid for the Online MS in Computer Science program, applicants must fill out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). We recommend you submit your FAFSA as early as possible in order to give yourself the best opportunity for a financial aid award and to help you plan your finances in advance of your target start date at Chico State.

The FAFSA school code for Chico State is 001146. 

If you are eligible for alternative/private education loans only, you do not need to file a FAFSA. These loans are borrowed directly from a lending institution. Please see Alternative/Private Education Loans for more information.