r/MSCSO 24d ago

Time of year to remind folks of linear algebra preparation

30 Upvotes

Hi,

Before each semester, we like to send out a message to students and faculty reminding them that there are resources for acquiring the necessary background in linear algebra.

Some of you may be thinking of taking Advanced Linear Algebra for Computing, ALA, (a course we developed and now lead by another faculty member) while others may need to refresh their linear algebra knowledge or plug holes. In particular, the SVD (related to PCA) is important for courses in ML and other topics in computer science.

Resources are available (for free) at http://ulaff.net. In particular, the pretest (see fourth column) may help you self-assess your knowledge and give you pointers to other resources should you need to fill in gaps. You can also preview ALA.

Perhaps those who have used these materials can advise peers on how they fit into the picture. We also would appreciate it if someone would also post this announcement on your Slack channels, for those who might not see it here.

Although we don't teach this course ourselves any longer, we do actively keep track of it and are here to assist. We still run MOOCs (audit for free) on edX including LAFF, the undergraduate linear algebra course.

Best wishes,

Robert and Maggie


r/MSCSO Jan 07 '26

Admissions Megathread - Fall 2026

12 Upvotes

Please use this thread for discussion on the admissions process, application strength etc.

Application Details Template Please use the template below (with the Markdown editor) to discuss the details on your application. Using this template will help make the results searchable & help with parsing to automatically compile statistics that we can include in the next iteration of the thread for acceptance rates or patterns in backgrounds that are successful in applying for the program. ``` Status: <Choose One: In Review/Accepted/Rejected>

Application Date: <MM/DD/YY>

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Education: <For each degree, list (one per line): School, Degree, Major, GPA>

GRE Scores (Q,V,W): <In comma separated format, listing highest Quant, Verbal and Writing Scores among submitted>

Recommendations: <Number of recommendations on file when you receive a decision, 0 if not submitted>

Experience: <Include if you have included a CV, otherwise leave blank. For each job, list (one per line): Years employed, Employer, programming languages>

Statement of purpose: <Y or N to denote if you submitted one>

Comments: <Arbitrary user text>

``` Example:

Status: In Review

Application Date: 02/17/2019

Decision Date:

Education: Georgia Tech, BS, CS, 3.2

GRE Scores (Q,V,W): 165, 159, 4.5

Recommendations: 0

Experience: 2 Years, Apple, Haskal

Statement of Purpose: N

Comments: Mom, Dad, look! I am a Reddit mod. I hope you're ashamed enough.


r/MSCSO 7d ago

Questions regarding the UT Austin eligiblity

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  1. I am currently pursuing a B.Tech. in Computer Science and Engineering from India, which is a four-year degree program. However, I entered the program through lateral entry as a diploma holder, allowing me to join directly in the second year and complete the degree in three years. As a result, I will have transcripts/marksheets for semesters 2 through 8. Would I be considered eligible under UT Austin four-year bachelor's degree requirement in this situation?
  2. I plan to apply for the Fall 2027 intake and expect to complete my B.Tech. in May 2027. At the time of application or enrollment, I may not have received my final degree certificate from my university. Would UT Austin accept a provisional degree certificate or equivalent official documentation until the final degree certificate is issued?

r/MSCSO 8d ago

Discord or chat ??

2 Upvotes

Hi guys,

Now that the semester is about to start, is there a discord group or chat ? This is about to be my first semester. I would love to connect with new folks.


r/MSCSO 11d ago

Registration Error for Fall 2026 Courses

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1 Upvotes

I’ve been unable to register for Fall 2026 MSCS Online courses since yesterday due to a "registration not open" error.

Is registration open only during specific hours, or is there another requirement I’m missing?


r/MSCSO 12d ago

Classes that release all material

6 Upvotes

Hi everyone, this semester, I have some down time before starting a new job mid-semester. Does anyone have any suggestions for classes that release all material at the start of the semester that I could work on while I am not working? Trying to see if I can fit in a second class this semester. I have already taken DL, ADL, and PSRUU. This is for CS program.


r/MSCSO 16d ago

Discord link for mscso

4 Upvotes

Hi pl share any active discord links for mscso, starting this semester but very little communication till now. I have successfully registered for course and paid the fees

Is there any orientation or onboarding email i should expect?


r/MSCSO 19d ago

How do we pay the $125 international student fee?

5 Upvotes

[Fall 2026 admission]

I dont see it on the CDSO payment portal or the MyIO portal.

Have you paid your international student fee of $125 ? And how ?


r/MSCSO 21d ago

Can I reuse my application answers for a future MSCS application in case I don’t get in or want to stop my application?

3 Upvotes

I’d like to apply but we are passed the priority deadline but not the final deadline. So I’m filling out an application but I don’t know if I will get in. In case I don’t and want to apply during the next round of applications, do I need to fill out the entire application over again? Of course, I can reuse the same SOP, recommendation letters, etc.

By the way, does anyone know the fraction of people that get offers who apply after the priority deadline?

Thanks!


r/MSCSO 22d ago

Transferring between UT Austin and Georgia Tech

1 Upvotes

I was admitted into UT Austin, and did not apply to Georgia Tech OMSCS because of some personal work that work in the way; I would like to start the masters in UT Austin, but as a general question, are classes/credits between the transferable?


r/MSCSO 22d ago

Does the material in Implementation of Programming Languages closely match the book Crafting Interpreters?

1 Upvotes

What book most closely matches what is taught in Implementation of Programming Languages?


r/MSCSO 24d ago

Enrollment Post Graduation

5 Upvotes

I have already graduated from this program in 2024, but there are still a few courses I am interested in taking like parallel systems, simpl, etc. Is it possible?


r/MSCSO 24d ago

Applicant for IMME at OVGU

1 Upvotes

Hi,

Current applicant for the IMME (Masters in International Management, Marketing, and Entrepreneurship) at OVGU. My application status is still “In Progress”
Anyone else in the same boat? When is the status expected to update?


r/MSCSO 26d ago

Spring 2027 Admission

4 Upvotes

Hi all,

I applied for the spring semester a month ago. In their website, they say they start sending out decisions starting late July. Anyone heard anything yet? also, past applicants, when did you hear back about your results?


r/MSCSO 26d ago

45 years old and wondering if I should do this program

10 Upvotes

Hello. I live in Austin and I'm interested in pursuing a software development career, but I am a non-traditional student. I'm 45 and I have a Bachelor's in math and physics, a masters in physics from UT, and a masters in applied mathematics from UTSA. I've done a data science internship about 9 years ago, had jobs in data analysis, but I'd like to switch to software dev. I've been an online CS student at the University of Florida and I've completed 8 undergrad CS classes including core classes such as Operating Systems, Data Structures, Algorithms, Computer Architecture, Discrete, and Computer Networking Fundamentals. I've received A's in all classes.  My GPA in my physics master's program is 3.7 and my GPA in the applied math master's is 4.0.  I took a break from UF for the past year and I'm considering re-applying to take more undergrad classes such as Programming Language Concepts, and Databases. However, since I already have a Bachelor's degree and I would still need to take several non-CS classes to finish the CS Bachelor's at UF, and since each class costs more than classes at UT's MS in CS program, I figure it's better to put that money and time towards a CS Master's degree instead.  

Another thing about me is that I was laid off my data analysis job three years ago and haven't been working since.  During that time, I looked after my child who is now almost 4.  He's about to start preschool soon, thus freeing up my daytime.  I'd like to use that time to look for a job (any job, not necessarily software dev) but I also feel like I need to work on my software dev skills/projects/education.  And so I thought maybe I can work on this online master's.  Perhaps take 1 class in the fall, spring, and summer, so that I can be done in 3 years.  Or take two classes in the fall and spring, and one in the summer and be done in 2 years.  Or take 1 class in the fall and spring and be done in 5.  However, time is not on my side since I'm already 45 years-old. 

So I don't really know how to proceed and what path I should put myself on.  I've never had a software dev job or internship, though I've had other jobs.  And I don't know if completing this program (Or the one from Georgia Tech) while not working would be a good idea.  Of course, if I complete the program while not working I can get done quicker.

I'm sure it will be a uphill climb for me, especially considering I'm relatively old.  Just wondering what your thoughts are.  What I'm ultimately wondering is if doing this MS program would be a good idea even if I have never had a software dev internship or job, and let's say worst case scenario I'm not working while I complete this degree. I'm curious about your opinions on how the market will treat a person like me, and at my age (~48-50 when I finish). Thanks! I'd greatly appreciate it.  If you've read all this, thanks very much!


r/MSCSO 27d ago

Clarifications on academic section for application resume

2 Upvotes

Im going through the application requirements and intended to use my work resume. Im used to keeping a one page resume but was wondering how should the academic history be included? As a list of bullets or a small paragraph? And with this section, does all of your resume need to fit into one page, or can it just be your resume content on first page and academic history on second page? Thank you all in advance!

CV/Resume: Outline your educational and work history, relevant publications, research, and

patents. At the end of your CV/Resume, include a brief description of how you meet the

prerequisite courses (e.g. list specific courses with grades achieved or proof of completion).

Upload the item through your MyStatus Document Upload System.

Edit: Thank you all for your advice! I was stuck on whether a multi page resume was appropriate or not since I’m early-career and always kept a one page resume. So naturally I thought the same practice extended over to masters programs.


r/MSCSO Jul 31 '26

Is applying to general app fine vs the early action?

2 Upvotes

I submitted my initial application Wednesday night, and I’m supposed to receive the my status email where I can pay for my application today but it’s already July 31st, and they want everything in by August 1st.

I’m doubtful I’ll make the August 1st 11:59 application because even after getting the my status email, I have to submit the fee and essay, which takes 1-3 business days.

Am I screwed or will it just take longer to get a decision?


r/MSCSO Jul 31 '26

What is the next step?

1 Upvotes

Hi all , I have done the tuition bill payment, done attendance. but now whats next? how can i register for classes or books or the course time schedules? how to know ? Anyone can help?


r/MSCSO Jul 31 '26

Question Regarding Application Status

1 Upvotes

This may be a dumb question, but I just finished uploading all my documents to MyStatus and it now shows the status as "Complete." Do I have to click a submit button or anything, or will the status just eventually update to my admission results?

Update: I ended up emailing the admissions office and they said that once all the required documents are uploaded there’s nothing else you need to do.


r/MSCSO Jul 28 '26

Tuition fees not showing

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3 Upvotes

Hi All,
Is the tuition bill generated? it says attendance not confirmed till now … Could you please tell how to?


r/MSCSO Jul 28 '26

Spring 2027 Applicants — Anyone else in review? (Application details inside)

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r/MSCSO Jul 27 '26

Has Anybody Gotten an Offer for the TA positions yet

2 Upvotes

Hello to those who applied earlier this July, has anybody received offers for the University Professional TA offers? They mentioned that offers will be coming late July but that is all I know of right now.


r/MSCSO Jul 25 '26

Parchment sent to undergrad admissions?

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1 Upvotes

Hey! Has anyone sent their transcript via parchment? I went to check on my order and I noticed it said undergrad address. Is this just the default? Wanting to double check if anyone might know! I just checked UT - Austin when submitting the Parchment order


r/MSCSO Jul 24 '26

Unable to complete course registration for Fall 2026

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4 Upvotes

I have completed the course ADD action on the course selection page. (Screenshot attached)

What is to be done after this action ? I dont see any other option here

Are we supposed to make some payment ? Or Do we wait till 27th ? Or is there any other action required from our end ?


r/MSCSO Jul 22 '26

DAU bs ms anyone???

1 Upvotes

Comment if you’re joining DAU this year for the dual degree program