Graduate Pathway in Computer Science (Non-Background Program)

The University of Alabama at Birmingham

Students who successfully complete an INTO UAB Graduate Pathway program in computer science are assured progression to a UAB graduate degree program upon submission of additional required application materials. After successfully completing the Pathway program, you are guaranteed to enter the graduate degree program. This transition to university from an INTO program is called progression.

Degree Program Components

Up to 3 credit hours apply from Pathway to Graduate Degree

Key Information

  • A Pathway program provides academic, language and cultural support in order to succeed at a US university.
  • Students are guaranteed progression to a graduate degree program through a curriculum consisting of credit-earning courses.
  • Students will benefit from fully integrated classes with both domestic and other international students on campus while learning from highly trained university instructors and tutors.

Program Details

Graduate Pathway in Computer Science (Non-Background Program)

The University of Alabama at Birmingham

Age Requirement

17

Academic Requirements
4-year bachelor's degree or equivalent in Engineering or related field; 2.5 undergraduate GPA; Previous coursework required: Calculus I, Calculus II. Eligible students must have CS 103 (Python/C Programming) equivalent.
English Language Requirements
TOEFL 80, IELTS 6.5, PTEA 56, Duolingo 120, TOEFL Essentials 8.5

Note: The information is subject to change and application decisions may vary based on individual circumstances.

2024/25 Academic Year
Summer semester dates: 28 May 2025 - 15 August 2025
Fall semester dates: 20 August 2025 - 12 December 2025

Estimated cost of attendance

Tuition fee

$ 31,670.00

Approximate cost

$ 31,670.00

Detailed pricing breakdown coming soon

Credit Number
Classes Title
Credit Units

Semester 1

MA 125
Calculus I
4 Credit Units
CS 103/L
Intro to CS in Python with Lab
4 Credit Units
Total credit units
8 Credit Units

Semester 2

CS XXX
Computer Science Major Course
3 Credit Units
CS 355/555
Probability and Statistics in CS
3 Credit Units
MA 126
Calculus II
4 Credit Units
CS 250*
Discrete Structures
3 Credit Units
CS 203
Object Oriented Programming
4 Credit Units
ELI 405
Academic Success & Research Skills for International Students
3 Credit Units
MA 260
Introduction to Linear Algebra
3 Credit Units
CS 303
Data Structures & Algorithms
3 Credit Units
Total credit units
26 Credit Units

* These courses are generally delivered through the INTO Center and are for Pathway students only. Students must maintain 2.0 GPA per semester to remain in good academic standing.

P

= Placement option available

A

= Study abroad option available

Computer Science (MS)

Minimum 3.0 GPA in graduate level courses.
English level %: 80% minimum in all required ELI courses.
Additional Requirements
Additional Information