Program Overview
The Professional Master’s Program at the Allen School has consistently recruited top computing professionals from across the Puget Sound region. The PMP is a part-time, evening program leading to a Master’s Degree in Computer Science & Engineering that is designed with the schedule and needs of working professionals in mind. PMP students have an average of five years’ professional experience and hold undergraduate degrees in computer science, computer engineering, electrical engineering, math or related disciplines. View our detailed overview to find out if the program is right for you.
Information Sessions
PMP information sessions are held online on Monday evenings and provide prospective students with an informal opportunity to learn more about the program. Contents consist of an overview of the PMP and its courses and curriculum as well as an overview of the application process. Attendees may also ask questions directly to the PMP program manager.
Costs & Fees
The PMP is a self-sustaining, fee-based degree program offered by the Allen School of Computer Science & Engineering at the University of Washington. The Allen School partners with Professional & Continuing Education, a unit of the UW Continuum College, for the financial administration of the PMP.
Courses & Colloquia
The Master’s degree can be earned in two and one-half years by PMP students by taking a total of 8 courses and obtaining 8 colloquium credits. Courses typically meet one weekday evening per week and cover a broad range of computer science topics. Students may choose courses that suit your interests and work schedules and supplement them by attending or viewing online topical colloquia to complete the 40 required credits needed to earn the master’s degree. Most students take one 4-credit PMP course (their choice of four offered courses) and one 1-credit colloquium each quarter, for eight quarters.
Student Handbook
The PMP student handbook serves as official academic policy information for PMP students and describes important procedures relating to obtaining on-leave status, preparing to graduate, and more. It provides logistical support to students at every stage of their program lifecycle and connects them to myriad resources at UW intended to support their academic and personal well-being and success.
Advising and Program Contact
Meet the PMP’s program manager and view program contact information where you can send comments or inquiries.