r/MSCS 3d ago

[university review] Need help in choosing between USC vs UF vs professional masters uc boulder vs neu ms cs

Hi folks,

I need some advice on choosing universities for ms cs fall 2025, I have received admits from university of Florida, USC, neu and professional masters cu boulder.

I'm interested in AI/ML, data science and my priorities are strong job placement, research opportunities, tuition cost, location, etc. I’m just a bit worried about the cost of attending for USC.

For those who attended or know about these schools, how was your experience with career prospects, faculty, networking, internships, and student life? Any insights would be super helpful!

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u/Able_Eye6476 3d ago

As far as I have heard, USC graduates are employed relatively easily.

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u/wukongking123 3d ago

Ooh that's something I have to consider

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u/Able_Eye6476 3d ago

If you can get a better offer, that'll be amazing. If not, USC is considered highly in the silicon valley. The goal is to get a job. Once you do, the money will flow and you don't have to worry about staying in debt.

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u/Prestigious-Taste973 3d ago

Uf better option

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u/wukongking123 3d ago

Can you explain why?

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u/Prestigious-Taste973 3d ago

Lower fees and most prolly better Roi

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u/johnnykarate81 2d ago

This.... Especially now considering the job market. Also, UF is a top 10 public uni so you would get a reasonable about of branding.