California Lutheran University

California Lutheran University admission requirements for international students differ for undergraduate and graduate applicants respectively. However, general requirements include:·  Submission of application through Common App for undergrad international applicants·  High school coursework proof·  SAT/ACT optional but not required·  English proficiency proof through IELTS, TOEFL, or Duolingo·  Submission of application through online university portal for international graduate applicants·  Transcripts or Bachelors degree required·  Two Letters of Recommendation·  Personal statement

The MSCS programme is a comprehensive master's programme that provides in-depth professional training in a variety of computer Science subjects such as database design, computer network and security, informatics, embedded systems, artificial intelligence, and computer vision.It is intended to prepare students for employment in industry, academia, and government by providing sophisticated conceptual tools and a strong practical component. Students who complete the programme will be well prepared for a job in an area where highly trained men and women are in high demand.The abundance of "hands-on" opportunities for students is a significant component of the MSCS programme at CLU. Courses are deliberately intended to blend fundamental theory study with sound practice, applying technologies to real-world problems.

The programme is meant to give students a robust and forward-thinking technical basis for efficiently planning, designing, implementing, and managing IT solutions and systems. Track in Cybersecurity: Cybersecurity is one of the fastest-growing fields, with a projected 28% increase in the United States through 2026*. The number of cybersecurity positions available is increasing, and there is a high demand for IT experts that specialize in cybersecurity and can create strategies to protect organizational assets from cyberattacks.Data Analytics Track: Students who complete the Data Analytics Track will be equipped to harness and manage data as well as build data-driven solutions, either as in-house specialists and managers or as independent consultants.IT Management Track: This programme can be tailored to fit the needs of professionals aspiring to be IT Managers, IT Project Managers, IT Consultants, IT Strategists, Chief Information Officers (CIO), or Chief Technology Officers (CTO), among other positions.Forbes Magazine considers a Master's in IT to be "The Best Master's Degree, " with a projected 11% increase in employment until 2029.

Yes, the university provides on-campus housing, but the options differ based on the year of students’ education. Cal Lutheran offers two types of accommodations – Standard Residence Halls (Mt. Clef, Old West Complex, New West Complex and Perderson & Thompson) and Apartment-Style Residence Halls (Mogen, Kramer Court, Grace and Trinity). Cal Lutheran’s Housing Costs for 2021-22 are given below:AccommodationSemester Cost (in USD)Yearly Cost (in USD)Standard (4-students/suite)Pederson, Thompson, Mt. Clef, Old West and New West4,0658,130Kramer, Morgan5,82511,650Grace Hall/ Trinity Hall6,50513,010Trinity Hall Studio6,83513,670University Houses5,88011,760There are certain exceptions to the price list given above, and students are advised to check the university website.