Master of Computer and Information Technology

The Fall 2024 deadline is May 15. Apply today!

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Master of Computer and Information Technology

University of Pennsylvania

Accredited diploma

Offered by University of Pennsylvania

Taught in English

Engage in group discussions with professors and peers

16 – 60 months

10 courses total, six core courses and four electives

100% online

Earn an Ivy League degree on your own schedule.

$3,330 USD/course + $150 USD fee

Tuition and fees are posted as a guide and may be subject to change

Dean’s Master’s Scholarship for Online Students

The Dean’s Master’s Scholarship aims to offer financial assistance to online Master's students to promote the University's objective of attracting academically talented students who contribute to a thriving student community. These students are expected to advance the school's mission of scholarship, teaching, and research for the betterment of society. Each scholarship applicant will be evaluated based on their unique qualifications. Additionally, during the selection process, special attention will be given to applicants' socioeconomic and educational backgrounds, as well as their dedication to fostering an inclusive student body aligned with the school's goals.

Tuition

  • 2023–2024 Academic Year Costs*

    • Tuition: $3,330 per course unit

    • Online Services Fees: $150 per course unit

    • *Tuition and fees are posted as a guide and will be adjusted on a yearly basis.

      **Half Credit Courses are billed at half tuition and half fees.

Eligibility

  • Students will be eligible to apply for a scholarship only at the time of application during the early application period only. 

  • This opportunity is available to U.S. citizens and U.S. permanent residents.

  • Recipients of the Dean’s Master’s Scholarship will receive funding so long as they maintain a 2.7 cumulative GPA.

How to Apply

  • The application for the Dean’s Master’s Scholarship is embedded within the MCIT Online application.

  • Submit your completed application for Penn Engineering Online. Those interested in the Dean’s Master’s Scholarship will be required to apply for the Early Application period.

  • Any application that is incomplete at the deadline will not be eligible for scholarship consideration.

Application Questions

  1. How will your experience and academic achievements help promote the University’s ongoing commitment to an inclusive student body within Penn Engineering Online?

  2. How will the financial support of the Dean’s Master’s Fellowship for Online Students help you reach your goals?

Spring 2024 Scholarship Admission Cycle

  • Application Opens: June 1, 2023

  • Application Due: August 2, 2023

  • Scholarship Decision Notification: September 15, 2023

Technology Requirements

  • MCIT Online is an online degree program and it is your responsibility to have and maintain internet access that permits you to receive and transmit information freely for the duration of the program. Penn is not responsible for any inability to access the program due to disruptions in your internet service, whether caused by technical problems, governmental or other third party actions.

  • Internal or external webcam

  • Please see the system requirements for Honorlock, the proctoring service used by the program.

Upcoming Dates

Fall 2024

  • Fall 2024 applications open January 3

  • March 1, 2024 - Early admission deadline

  • May 15, 2024 - Regular admission deadline

  • August 2024 - Classes begin

Upcoming Dates

Fall 2024

  • Fall 2024 applications open January 3

  • March 1, 2024 - Early admission deadline

  • May 15, 2024 - Regular admission deadline

  • August 2024 - Classes begin