Align Master’s Programs at Khoury College
Break into tech with no CS experience
The Align master’s program brings together creative thinkers from more than 150 disciplines to learn computer science, artificial intelligence, or cybersecurity for the first time — and launch a career in tech.
You don’t need a background in tech to have a future in it. You just need the Align program. In as little as 2½ to 3 years — and at eight different Northeastern locations as well as online —nonmajors can earn a master’s degree in computer science, artificial intelligence, or cybersecurity through the Align program. All you need is a bachelor’s degree (in any discipline), drive, and a fresh perspective.
This is Align
Watch this video to learn about the unique opportunity that the Align program offers for all students from nontechnical backgrounds — not just computer science majors.
Find the program that’s right for you
How the Align program works, semester by semester
- Full-time or part-time artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, or computer science master’s for nonmajors
- In person on one of our eight campuses; MSCS is also available online
- 2½ to three years (full time; students typically enroll in three semesters per year: fall, spring, summer)
- Funding is available through a combination of paid, full-time co-op or internship placements, teaching assistant and tutor positions, Federal Student Aid,* and scholarships
*Applies to domestic students on US campuses
Get started: Attend an Align Break Into Tech event
Learn if Align is right for you — experience cybersecurity, computer science, and artificial intelligence in action to see how they apply to your everyday life. This event (virtual or in person) gives you a chance to participate in a real project with diverse learners without experience in tech and explore how your point of view could help shape the industry.
The Northeastern advantage: hands-on tech experience in a co-op or internship
Northeastern is known for connecting academic learning to real-world projects and work experiences — in fact, its renowned co-op program is ranked #1 nationally by U.S. News & World Report. In the Align program, you’ll get to put your new tech skills into practice at paid, full-time AI, cybersecurity, or computer science co-ops or internships in fields as varied as traditional tech, health care, music, and more — positioning you for careers at highly competitive global companies. Watch this video to learn about the partnership between Amazon Web Services and Khoury College, and how Khoury students benefit.
Learn in a dynamic and supportive community
You’ll learn from talented faculty who love teaching students from outside the tech industry. You’ll be part of a cohort of students with a wide range of backgrounds but a shared interest in collaboration, creativity, and problem-solving.
- 150+ disciplines represented, including history, business, biology, political science, and more
- 52% identify as female or nonbinary (fall 2025)
- 18% identify as a race or ethnicity historically underrepresented in the tech industry (domestic students, fall 2025)
Watch this video to learn about Khoury Graduate Recruitment Ambassadors — the graduate students who support their peers through programming, one-on-one advising, and feedback provided to faculty and staff.
Meet Align students and graduates across our campuses
8 campus locations
Align MSCS online program also available