Master of Science in Information Systems

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Master of Science in Information Systems

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Accredited engineering degree offered by the College of Engineering at Northeastern University. Source

No application required

Hassle-free pathways for learners with or without conventional technical experience.

$3,000 USD per course

(4 credits at $750/credit) - Pay-as-you-go tuition lets you manage the costs, course by course.

100% online

Lecture videos, interactive practical projects, and connection with instructors and peers.

MSIS program overview

Admissions

The Online MSIS degree features a Fast App performance-based admissions (PBA) pathway which allows you to skip the traditional long-form application process and join the program using your performance in courses from the program.

How to join the program

  1. Submit your Fast App

  2. The Northeastern team will review your Fast App and send you an email with a link to enroll.

  3. Enroll in your PBA courses and pay your deposit. Looking for your course enrollment link? Gain access here!

  4. Upon submission of the course enrollment form, you are officially a Northeastern student and enrolled in your selected PBA course(s) to start the next term! This means that you will receive an invitation to complete setting up your Northeastern account and more information on how to pay for your courses. Be on the lookout for these important messages.

"The performance-based admissions (PBA) process let me jump right in and start my degree. I did not have to waste time on application materials. I could use that time instead to start my classes right away and apply that knowledge to my work." - Subhasish Bhaumik, PBA Student

With start dates every January, May and September, you’re never more than four months away from starting the program and transforming your career.

Questions? Watch the Fast App Pathway Video

Admissions information

Upcoming Deadlines:

Summer 2025 Priority Application Deadline: March 28, 2025

10% New Student Scholarship Deadline: March 28, 2025

Enroll for your course(s) and pay the $399 initial deposit by March 28, 2025 to receive the 10% New Student Scholarship applied to your first term start.

Summer 2025 Start of Classes: May 5, 2025

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Resources

Listen to the online MSIS program overview here

Already submitted your Fast App?

Access your personalized link to enroll here!

Already submitted your course enrollment form?

Congratulations—you're officially a Northeastern student! Be on the lookout for important messages from your success manager on next steps.

Admissions information

Upcoming Deadlines:

Summer 2025 Priority Application Deadline: March 28, 2025

10% New Student Scholarship Deadline: March 28, 2025

Enroll for your course(s) and pay the $399 initial deposit by March 28, 2025 to receive the 10% New Student Scholarship applied to your first term start.

Summer 2025 Start of Classes: May 5, 2025

Upcoming Events

Stay tuned

Resources

Listen to the online MSIS program overview here

Already submitted your Fast App?

Access your personalized link to enroll here!

Already submitted your course enrollment form?

Congratulations—you're officially a Northeastern student! Be on the lookout for important messages from your success manager on next steps.

Admissions Checklist

You’ll need to provide proof of your identity, using a scanned copy of one of these documents: your birth certificate, passport or national identification card. If you’ve ever changed your name, we’ll need to see evidence related to that, too.

You’ll need a scanned copy of your GCSE certificates or certified statement of results. If you’re submitting evidence of equivalent qualifications, please check the University of London's 'Am I Qualified?' page.

Submit your personal statement to provide details of why you want to study the University of London International Foundation Programme for Computer Science. This should be a maximum of 250 words.

You’ll need a clear, concise and persuasive statement, 250 words long, explaining why you want to study the International Foundation Programme for Computer Science. If you’re unsure of what to include, Coursera can help.

The course is delivered in English, so you’ll need to be proficient in the English language to be admitted to our programmes. We accept a range of evidence, including proficiency test scores. If you don’t have evidence, but you believe you can meet the standard, talk to us - we may consider your case.