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    Information Science/Studies

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    Pittsburgh, USMSIn-person16 months
    STEM-OPT
    $86,990.00
    Tuition
    over 16mo
    162
    Credits
    $100.00
    App fee

    Information Science/Studies at Carnegie Mellon University is a 162-credit, 16-month, in-person MS program based in Pittsburgh, US. Tuition is $86,990 and the program is STEM-OPT eligible for international students.

    About the program

    Focuses on recognizing and extracting meaning from text, spoken language, and video using content analysis and machine learning. Includes coursework, directed study projects, summer internship, and capstone project.

    Focus: both
    #1 Information Systems (U.S. News and World Report)
    Part-time option

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    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    24 months STEM OPT (US)

    $21,712.00
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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Information Science/Studies at Carnegie Mellon University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Information Science/Studies at Carnegie Mellon University is $86,990 across 162 required credits.
    Is Information Science/Studies at Carnegie Mellon University online or in-person?
    Information Science/Studies at Carnegie Mellon University is offered in-person.
    How long does Information Science/Studies at Carnegie Mellon University take to complete?
    Information Science/Studies at Carnegie Mellon University is structured around 16 months and 162 credits.
    Is Information Science/Studies at Carnegie Mellon University STEM-OPT eligible?
    Yes - Information Science/Studies at Carnegie Mellon University is STEM-OPT designated, allowing international graduates to extend their post-completion OPT for up to 36 months total.
    What work-permit options follow Information Science/Studies at Carnegie Mellon University?
    Post-completion work rights for Information Science/Studies at Carnegie Mellon University: 24 months STEM OPT (US)