Program Overview
The Master's of Science in Information Systems, offered by the College of Engineering, will prepare you for in-demand carreers at the intersection of business, IT management, and engineering. The program is designed to help you improve processes and solve complex challenges related to business and society.
Throughout the program, you will engage in a broad, deep, and innovative curriculum that prepares you to become a problem solver who designs groundbreaking software solutions that meet business world complexities and the humanistic needs of users. You'll also develop the interpersonal skills needed to succeed across industries.
You'll gain a solid technical foundation through advanced coursework taught by faculty with deep, industry-wide experience in engineering techniques. Your coursework includes business analysis, project planning, agile development, and quality assurance.
Courses are interactive, conversational, and participatory. You'll take ownership of your learning experience through technical sessions and discussions of real-world cases. The program offers a wide range of courses that reflect current and future industry trends.
All Roux Institute programs provide content relevant to the urgent and emerging needs of industry in Maine and the rapidly evolving regional, national, and global economy. Opportunities for experiential learning will be concentrated in Portland, the state of Maine, and the Northeast region. Students are encouraged to pursue co-ops and special virtual Experiential Network projects with the institute’s founding corporate partners, a group of leading employers in Maine.
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Full-Time
Part-TimeCommitment
2-3 years
Duration of Program
Unique Features
- A wide industry partner network with growing demand for information systems, IT, and data engineering professionals, and an education model that intentionally connects students with career opportunities.
- Generous scholarships through the Alfond Scholars Initiative, alongside other tuition incentives to bring your degree within reach.
- Paid co-ops and experiential learning opportunities with leading Maine companies, including IDEXX, The Jackson Laboratory, L.L.Bean, Tilson, WEX, and more.
- A thriving campus community of more than 700 graduate learners from around the world, as well as on-site academic and career support services, and a robust calendar of industry-specific professional development events.
Program Objectives
- Ability to design, implement, and evaluate software products
- Ability to communicate effectively to a variety of industry professionals
- Ability to identify a problem and formulate solutions through advanced software engineering techniques
- A strong technical foundation
- An understanding of professional, ethical, and social issues as they relate to the behavior and impact of the generated software systems
Career Outlook
- Northeastern has successfully placed a majority of Master of Science in Information Systems program graduates at industry leaders, including Google, Microsoft, Deloitte, Oracle, and IBM, as well as global companies of all sizes.
- Employment for software developers is projected to grow 25% through 2032—much faster than the average for all occupations (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2023).
- Recent graduates are working in roles including functional engineers and architects, project managers, business design and process architects, data architects, and IT managers.
Scholarships and aid
$59.7K
Tuition
Estimated Total Tuition
This is an estimate based on the tuition rates for Academic Year 2024-2025 and does not include any fees or other expenses. Some courses and labs have tuition rates that may increase or decrease total tuition. Tuition and fees are subject to revision by the president and Board of Trustees at any time. For more detailed information, please visit Student Financial Services.
Generous scholarships
The Roux Institute is currently offering generous scholarships to meet the financial needs of all students through its Alfond Scholars Initiative. Each award is determined by an individual assessment. And Northeastern alumni receive a Double Husky Scholarship —a tuition discount of 25 percent.
Learn more about the Alfond Scholars Initiative
Corporate tuition benefits
Many employers subsidize education for their employees. Speak with yours about any tuition benefits your company may offer.
Special military scholarships
For military veterans and servicemembers, a limited number of donor-funded scholarships are available even after all other aid has been awarded to help with commuting costs, childcare, and other costs of living.
Learn more about military scholarships
Federal aid
You can apply for federal aid grants and loans through the Free Application for Federal Student Aid, or FAFSA.
Learn about the FAFSA
Admission Requirements
- Completed online application form
- Application fee
- Two letters of recommendation
- Transcripts from all institutions attended (The Foreign Credential Evaluation (FCE) is a required assessment of all transcripts and documents from non-U.S. accredited post-secondary education institutions.)
- Statement of purpose
- Resumé
- TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo for international applicants
- Undergraduate degree in engineering or similar field
- GRE is not required for terms starting during to 2024-2025 academic year
Admission Dates
Our admissions process operates on a rolling basis; however, we do recommend following the application guidelines below to ensure you can begin during your desired start term.
- Fall
- Spring
International applicants: June 1
Domestic applicants: August 1
International applicants: September 15
Domestic applicants: December 1
Program Curriculum
Please view the Course Catalog for information regarding the program curriculum.
Experiential Learning
Learning integrated with professional experience is a hallmark of Northeastern and the Roux Institute. Students gain a clear understanding of real-world industry needs in Portland, the state of Maine, and the Northeast—and valued workplace skills like communication and teamwork—through assignments at companies and nonprofit organizations. Students can complete a six-week virtual project relevant to their studies through the university’s Experiential Network (XN) of employers, or even for their own company. Or they can apply for four- and six-month, full-time co-op positions. All opportunities enable students to build their resumés, expand their professional networks, and chart a path to in-demand careers.
