Program Overview

Computer Science MS Program

The Computer Science MS program at Temple University is designed to provide students with a comprehensive education in computer science, preparing them for careers in the field.

Careers

Graduates from the Computer Science MS program typically find positions as:

• data analysis consultants,
• product designers,
• researchers, and
• software developers. Others become involved in designing and implementing new applications of software or planning and evaluating computer-based systems. Potential employers include the U.S. government and industrial firms that use computers for research and production purposes.

Career Services

The College of Science and Technology Office of Student Professional Development offers assistance to students as they navigate the search for postgraduate positions and research opportunities. The college also hosts job fairs, networking events, and workshops.

Job Fairs

The College of Science and Technology job fairs, held each fall and spring semester, are open to undergraduate and master's-level science and technology majors, as well as alumni of the college. Job fairs typically draw more than 60 employers, including:

• Apex Life Science,
• Children's Hospital of Philadelphia,
• the city of Philadelphia's Office of Innovation and Technology,
• Elsevier,
• Lockheed Martin, and
• the Wistar Institute. The job fairs give students opportunities to:
• explore potential career paths,
• network with Temple alumni, and
• talk to employers in their field of study.

University Career Center

The University Career Center provides support during the job or internship search, offering:

• an assessment of professional direction,
• interview tips and guidance,
• job postings for students and alumni,
• a listing of job search resources, and
• support for job search strategies.

Outcomes

Career opportunities and mid-career salaries for this degree/program may include the following examples: | Career | Median Salary* | | --- | --- | | Biochemical Engineers | | | Biochemists & Biophysicists | | | Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary | | | Biological Technicians | | | Biologists | | | Chemistry Teachers, Postsecondary | | | Food Scientists & Technologists | | | Geneticists | | | Medical & Clinical Laboratory Technologists | |

• Data obtained from the Occupational Information Network (O*NET) under sponsorship of the U.S. Department of Labor/Employment and Training Administration (USDOL/ETA) as of December 22, 2025.