Graduate Pathway in Computer Science (Non-Background Program)
The University of Alabama at Birmingham
The University of Alabama at Birmingham’s International Admission's Graduate Pathway program in Computer Science (Non-Background Program) will prepare you to enter the first year of a master’s degree program.
Complete your Graduate Pathway and meet the requirements to continue to your first year of graduate study at the University of Alabama at Birmingham.
Key Information
- Graduate on time and on schedule with a graduate admission route that leads to a master's degree.
- Earn a Pathway I-20 that reflects language learning and your degree program.
- Benefit from tutoring, personalized academic support and cultural support. These services are all included in your tuition.
- Consult with our Pre-arrival Success Services (PASS) team for any questions about the visa process.
- Access pre-arrival support designed around you – from booking your flight to coordinating your arrival.
Program Details
Graduate Pathway in Computer Science (Non-Background Program)
The University of Alabama at Birmingham
Age Requirement
16
Academic Requirements
Minimum 2.5 GPA on a 4.0 scale; 4-year bachelor's degree or equivalent in Engineering or related field. Previous coursework required: Calculus I, Calculus IIEnglish Language Requirements
TOEFL 80, IELTS 6.5, PTEA 56, Duolingo 120, TOEFL Essentials 8.5, Completion of Academic English Level 52026 Fall Start (August)
Degree start date : 19th August 2026 - Degree end date: 30th April 2027
- Semester 1 fall: 19th August 2026 - 11th December 2026
- Semester 2 spring: 6th January 2027 - 30th April 2027
2027 Spring Start (January)
Degree start date : 6th January 2027 - Degree end date: 13th August 2027
- Semester 1 spring: 6th January 2027 - 30th April 2027
- Semester 2 summer: 5th May 2027 - 13th August 2027
Estimated cost of attendance
Tuition fee
$ 33,470.00
Approximate cost
$ 33,470.00
Detailed pricing breakdown coming soon
Degree Program Components
30 credit hour degree program 3 - 4 credit hours apply from Pathway 26 - 27 credit hours remaining toward degree
Credit Number
Sample Classes Title
Credit Units
Semester 1
Academic Success Skills for International Students
3 Credit Units
CS 203
Object Oriented Programming
4 Credit Units
CS 250*
Discrete Structures
3 Credit Units
CS XXX
Computer Science Major Course
3 Credit Units
Total credit units
13 Credit Units
Semester 2
CS 303
Data Structures & Algorithms
3 Credit Units
CS 355/555
Probability and Statistics in CS
3 Credit Units
CS XXX
Computer Science Major Course
3 Credit Units
CS XXX
Computer Science Major Course
3 Credit Units
Total credit units
12 Credit Units
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