Align + You: Break Into Tech Without Experience
Align + You: Break Into Tech Without Experience
Align + You: Break Into Tech Without Experience
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Welcome to the tech industry. Bring your experience with you.
You don’t need a background in tech to prepare for a tech future. Technology thrives on new, diverse, and unexpected ideas—and it needs new perspectives. The Khoury College Align program provides a pathway to a graduate degree in computer science for people with an undergraduate degree in a non-technical field. In as little as two and a half years, the Align master’s program will provide you with the necessary skills, knowledge, and experience to flourish in a computer or data science career. You’ll learn to blend your new skills with the knowledge you’ve already gained in other disciplines, providing you with your own unique perspective to influence the tech industry. Your experience brought you this far—see how much further you can go.
Welcome to the tech industry. Bring your experience with you.
You don’t need a background in tech to prepare for a tech future. Technology thrives on new, diverse, and unexpected ideas—and it needs new perspectives. The Khoury College Align program provides a pathway to a graduate degree in computer science for people with an undergraduate degree in a non-technical field. In as little as two and a half years, the Align master’s program will provide you with the necessary skills, knowledge, and experience to flourish in a computer or data science career. You’ll learn to blend your new skills with the knowledge you’ve already gained in other disciplines, providing you with your own unique perspective to influence the tech industry. Your experience brought you this far—see how much further you can go.
The Align program brings together creative thinkers from 100+ disciplines to learn computer or data science 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 2 1/2 years, non-majors can earn a master’s degree in cybersecurity, computer or data science. through the Align program at Northeastern University’s Khoury College of Computer Sciences. All you need is a bachelor’s degree in any discipline, drive, and a fresh perspective.
Watch this video to learn about the unique opportunity that the Align program offers for all students, not just computer science majors. (1:01)
The Align program brings together creative thinkers from 100+ disciplines to learn computer or data science 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 2 1/2 years, non-majors can earn a master’s degree in cybersecurity, computer or data science. through the Align program at Northeastern University’s Khoury College of Computer Sciences. All you need is a bachelor’s degree in any discipline, drive, and a fresh perspective.
Watch this video to learn about the unique opportunity that the Align program offers for all students, not just computer science majors. (1:01)
Welcome to the tech industry. Bring your experience with you.
You don’t need a background in tech to prepare for a tech future. Technology thrives on new, diverse, and unexpected ideas—and it needs new perspectives. The Khoury College Align program provides a pathway to a graduate degree in computer science for people with an undergraduate degree in a non-technical field. In as little as two and a half years, the Align master’s program will provide you with the necessary skills, knowledge, and experience to flourish in a computer or data science career. You’ll learn to blend your new skills with the knowledge you’ve already gained in other disciplines, providing you with your own unique perspective to influence the tech industry. Your experience brought you this far—see how much further you can go.
Welcome to the tech industry. Bring your experience with you.
You don’t need a background in tech to prepare for a tech future. Technology thrives on new, diverse, and unexpected ideas—and it needs new perspectives. The Khoury College Align program provides a pathway to a graduate degree in computer science for people with an undergraduate degree in a non-technical field. In as little as two and a half years, the Align master’s program will provide you with the necessary skills, knowledge, and experience to flourish in a computer or data science career. You’ll learn to blend your new skills with the knowledge you’ve already gained in other disciplines, providing you with your own unique perspective to influence the tech industry. Your experience brought you this far—see how much further you can go.
The Align program brings together creative thinkers from 100+ disciplines to learn computer or data science 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 2 1/2 years, non-majors can earn a master’s degree in cybersecurity, computer or data science. through the Align program at Northeastern University’s Khoury College of Computer Sciences. All you need is a bachelor’s degree in any discipline, drive, and a fresh perspective.
Watch this video to learn about the unique opportunity that the Align program offers for all students, not just computer science majors. (1:01)
The Align program brings together creative thinkers from 100+ disciplines to learn computer or data science 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 2 1/2 years, non-majors can earn a master’s degree in cybersecurity, computer or data science. through the Align program at Northeastern University’s Khoury College of Computer Sciences. All you need is a bachelor’s degree in any discipline, drive, and a fresh perspective.
Watch this video to learn about the unique opportunity that the Align program offers for all students, not just computer science majors. (1:01)
10 years of excellent career outcomes for Align graduates
Watch this video to learn about the partnership between Amazon Web Services and Khoury College, and how Khoury students benefit. (3:30)
Align is in its tenth year and has graduated over 1,000 students. Our alums are well positioned for roles at the most competitive global companies. In fact, over 40% of Align MSCS alums are currently employed by our top ten employers.
Additionally, our alums are finding success in companies big and small, spanning all industries.
10 years of excellent career outcomes for Align graduates
Watch this video to learn about the partnership between Amazon Web Services and Khoury College, and how Khoury students benefit. (3:30)
Align is in its tenth year and has graduated over 1,000 students. Our alums are well positioned for roles at the most competitive global companies. In fact, over 40% of Align MSCS alums are currently employed by our top ten employers.
Additionally, our alums are finding success in companies big and small, spanning all industries.
10 years of excellent career outcomes for Align graduates
Watch this video to learn about the partnership between Amazon Web Services and Khoury College, and how Khoury students benefit. (3:30)
Align is in its tenth year and has graduated over 1,000 students. Our alums are well positioned for roles at the most competitive global companies. In fact, over 40% of Align MSCS alums are currently employed by our top ten employers.
Additionally, our alums are finding success in companies big and small, spanning all industries.
10 years of excellent career outcomes for Align graduates
Watch this video to learn about the partnership between Amazon Web Services and Khoury College, and how Khoury students benefit. (3:30)
Align is in its tenth year and has graduated over 1,000 students. Our alums are well positioned for roles at the most competitive global companies. In fact, over 40% of Align MSCS alums are currently employed by our top ten employers.
Additionally, our alums are finding success in companies big and small, spanning all industries.
Choosing between computer science and data science
Northeastern offers Align computer and data science master’s for non-majors and those with no tech experience. See which program is right for you.
What’s the difference between a data scientist and a computer scientist? Professor Laney Strange explains. (0:29)
Curious about the line between computer science and data science? Associate Teaching Professor Scott Valcourt has the answer. (3:27)
Choosing between computer science and data science
Northeastern offers Align computer and data science master’s for non-majors and those with no tech experience. See which program is right for you.
What’s the difference between a data scientist and a computer scientist? Professor Laney Strange explains. (0:29)
Curious about the line between computer science and data science? Associate Teaching Professor Scott Valcourt has the answer. (3:27)
Computer science
Are you excited about the prospect of creating something new? Can you think of a problem that might be addressed by a technological solution? Would you like to build this solution from the ground up? An Align master’s in computer science (MSCS) might be the path for you.
Data science
Would you enjoy opening up a world of possibilities with a new set of analytical tools? Would you like to be able to break down data in real time to help find new solutions? Consider pursuing an Align master’s in data science.
Computer science
Are you excited about the prospect of creating something new? Can you think of a problem that might be addressed by a technological solution? Would you like to build this solution from the ground up? An Align master’s in computer science (MSCS) might be the path for you.
Data science
Would you enjoy opening up a world of possibilities with a new set of analytical tools? Would you like to be able to break down data in real time to help find new solutions? Consider pursuing an Align master’s in data science.
Choosing between computer science and data science
Northeastern offers Align computer and data science master’s for non-majors and those with no tech experience. See which program is right for you.
What’s the difference between a data scientist and a computer scientist? Professor Laney Strange explains. (0:29)
Curious about the line between computer science and data science? Associate Teaching Professor Scott Valcourt has the answer. (3:27)
Choosing between computer science and data science
Northeastern offers Align computer and data science master’s for non-majors and those with no tech experience. See which program is right for you.
What’s the difference between a data scientist and a computer scientist? Professor Laney Strange explains. (0:29)
Curious about the line between computer science and data science? Associate Teaching Professor Scott Valcourt has the answer. (3:27)
Computer science
Are you excited about the prospect of creating something new? Can you think of a problem that might be addressed by a technological solution? Would you like to build this solution from the ground up? An Align master’s in computer science (MSCS) might be the path for you.
Data science
Would you enjoy opening up a world of possibilities with a new set of analytical tools? Would you like to be able to break down data in real time to help find new solutions? Consider pursuing an Align master’s in data science.
Computer science
Are you excited about the prospect of creating something new? Can you think of a problem that might be addressed by a technological solution? Would you like to build this solution from the ground up? An Align master’s in computer science (MSCS) might be the path for you.
Data science
Would you enjoy opening up a world of possibilities with a new set of analytical tools? Would you like to be able to break down data in real time to help find new solutions? Consider pursuing an Align master’s in data science.
Attend a Break into Tech Event
Learn if Align is right for you! Experience computer and data science 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.
Attend a Break into Tech Event
Learn if Align is right for you! Experience computer and data science 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.
Computer science
Are you excited about the prospect of creating something new? Can you think of a problem that might be addressed by a technological solution? Would you like to build this solution from the ground up? An Align master’s in computer science (MSCS) might be the path for you.
Data science
Would you enjoy opening up a world of possibilities with a new set of analytical tools? Would you like to be able to break down data in real time to help find new solutions? Consider pursuing an Align master’s in data science.
Computer science
Are you excited about the prospect of creating something new? Can you think of a problem that might be addressed by a technological solution? Would you like to build this solution from the ground up? An Align master’s in computer science (MSCS) might be the path for you.
Data science
Would you enjoy opening up a world of possibilities with a new set of analytical tools? Would you like to be able to break down data in real time to help find new solutions? Consider pursuing an Align master’s in data science.
Attend a Break into Tech Event
Learn if Align is right for you! Experience computer and data science 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.
Attend a Break into Tech Event
Learn if Align is right for you! Experience computer and data science 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.
Computer science
Are you excited about the prospect of creating something new? Can you think of a problem that might be addressed by a technological solution? Would you like to build this solution from the ground up? An Align master’s in computer science (MSCS) might be the path for you.
Data science
Would you enjoy opening up a world of possibilities with a new set of analytical tools? Would you like to be able to break down data in real time to help find new solutions? Consider pursuing an Align master’s in data science.
Computer science
Are you excited about the prospect of creating something new? Can you think of a problem that might be addressed by a technological solution? Would you like to build this solution from the ground up? An Align master’s in computer science (MSCS) might be the path for you.
Data science
Would you enjoy opening up a world of possibilities with a new set of analytical tools? Would you like to be able to break down data in real time to help find new solutions? Consider pursuing an Align master’s in data science.
Attend a Break into Tech Event
Learn if Align is right for you! Experience computer and data science 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.
Break Into Tech provides an overview of the one-of-a-kind Align program, as well as how computer and data science integrate into everyday life, says Associate Teaching Professor Laney Strange. (1:58)
Attend a Break into Tech Event
Learn if Align is right for you! Experience computer and data science 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.
Break Into Tech provides an overview of the one-of-a-kind Align program, as well as how computer and data science integrate into everyday life, says Associate Teaching Professor Laney Strange. (1:58)
Attend a Break into Tech Event
Learn if Align is right for you! Experience computer and data science 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.
Break Into Tech provides an overview of the one-of-a-kind Align program, as well as how computer and data science integrate into everyday life, says Associate Teaching Professor Laney Strange. (1:58)
Attend a Break into Tech Event
Learn if Align is right for you! Experience computer and data science 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.
Break Into Tech provides an overview of the one-of-a-kind Align program, as well as how computer and data science integrate into everyday life, says Associate Teaching Professor Laney Strange. (1:58)
#1
university ranking for co-ops and internships
in 2022 (U.S. News & World Report)
#1
university ranking for co-ops and internships
in 2022 (U.S. News & World Report)
Gain tech experience in a co-op or internship
Northeastern is known for connecting academic learning to real-world projects and work experiences. In the Align program, you’ll get to put your new tech skills into practice as you learn them. This program gives you the option to hold a paid, full-time computer or data science co-op or internship of up to eight months in fields as varied as traditional tech, healthcare, music, and more.
#1
university ranking for co-ops and internships
in 2022 (U.S. News & World Report)
Gain tech experience in a co-op or internship
Northeastern is known for connecting academic learning to real-world projects and work experiences. In the Align program, you’ll get to put your new tech skills into practice as you learn them. This program gives you the option to hold a paid, full-time computer or data science co-op or internship of up to eight months in fields as varied as traditional tech, healthcare, music, and more.
#1
university ranking for co-ops and internships
in 2022 (U.S. News & World Report)
#1
university ranking for co-ops and internships
in 2022 (U.S. News & World Report)
#1
university ranking for co-ops and internships
in 2022 (U.S. News & World Report)
Gain tech experience in a co-op or internship
Northeastern is known for connecting academic learning to real-world projects and work experiences. In the Align program, you’ll get to put your new tech skills into practice as you learn them. This program gives you the option to hold a paid, full-time computer or data science co-op or internship of up to eight months in fields as varied as traditional tech, healthcare, music, and more.
#1
university ranking for co-ops and internships
in 2022 (U.S. News & World Report)
Gain tech experience in a co-op or internship
Northeastern is known for connecting academic learning to real-world projects and work experiences. In the Align program, you’ll get to put your new tech skills into practice as you learn them. This program gives you the option to hold a paid, full-time computer or data science co-op or internship of up to eight months in fields as varied as traditional tech, healthcare, music, and more.
#1
university ranking for co-ops and internships
in 2022 (U.S. News & World Report)
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
- 55% female (fall 2023)
- 15% identify as a race or ethnicity historically underrepresented in the tech industry (domestic students, fall 2023)
Watch this video to learn about Khoury ambassadors — the graduate students who support their peers through programming, one-on-one advising, and feedback provided to faculty and staff. (1:48)
“There aren’t a lot of programs like Align, for somebody who has a non-traditional background. … I’d really love to build products that will, across the board, improve the lives of everyone, regardless of race, class, creed. If done correctly, technology has the ability to do that.”
— Bethlehem “Betty” Mesfin, Align MSCS ’22/23
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
- 55% female (fall 2023)
- 15% identify as a race or ethnicity historically underrepresented in the tech industry (domestic students, fall 2023)
Watch this video to learn about Khoury ambassadors — the graduate students who support their peers through programming, one-on-one advising, and feedback provided to faculty and staff. (1:48)
“There aren’t a lot of programs like Align, for somebody who has a non-traditional background. … I’d really love to build products that will, across the board, improve the lives of everyone, regardless of race, class, creed. If done correctly, technology has the ability to do that.”
— Bethlehem “Betty” Mesfin, Align MSCS ’22/23
How it works
- Full-time or part-time computer or data science master’s for non-majors
- In person (on one of our 7 campuses)
- 2 1/2 years (full time; students typically enroll in 3 semesters per year: fall, spring, summer)
- Funding available through a combination of paid, full-time co-op or internship placements, teaching assistant and tutor positions, Federal Student Aid,* and scholarships from corporate partners
- Application
*Applies to U.S. campuses
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
- 55% female (fall 2023)
- 15% identify as a race or ethnicity historically underrepresented in the tech industry (domestic students, fall 2023)
Watch this video to learn about Khoury ambassadors — the graduate students who support their peers through programming, one-on-one advising, and feedback provided to faculty and staff. (1:48)
“There aren’t a lot of programs like Align, for somebody who has a non-traditional background. … I’d really love to build products that will, across the board, improve the lives of everyone, regardless of race, class, creed. If done correctly, technology has the ability to do that.”
— Bethlehem “Betty” Mesfin, Align MSCS ’22/23
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
- 55% female (fall 2023)
- 15% identify as a race or ethnicity historically underrepresented in the tech industry (domestic students, fall 2023)
Watch this video to learn about Khoury ambassadors — the graduate students who support their peers through programming, one-on-one advising, and feedback provided to faculty and staff. (1:48)
“There aren’t a lot of programs like Align, for somebody who has a non-traditional background. … I’d really love to build products that will, across the board, improve the lives of everyone, regardless of race, class, creed. If done correctly, technology has the ability to do that.”
— Bethlehem “Betty” Mesfin, Align MSCS ’22/23
How it works
- Full-time or part-time computer or data science master’s for non-majors
- In person (on one of our 7 campuses)
- 2 1/2 years (full time; students typically enroll in 3 semesters per year: fall, spring, summer)
- Funding available through a combination of paid, full-time co-op or internship placements, teaching assistant and tutor positions, Federal Student Aid,* and scholarships from corporate partners
- Application
*Applies to U.S. campuses
How it works
- Full-time or part-time cybersecurity, computer, or data science master’s for non-majors
- In person (on one of our 7 campuses)
- 2 1/2 years (full time; students typically enroll in 3 semesters per year: fall, spring, summer)
- Funding available through a combination of paid, full-time co-op or internship placements, teaching assistant and tutor positions, Federal Student Aid,* and scholarships from corporate partners
- Application
*Applies to U.S. campuses
How it works
- Full-time or part-time cybersecurity, computer, or data science master’s for non-majors
- In person (on one of our 7 campuses)
- 2 1/2 years (full time; students typically enroll in 3 semesters per year: fall, spring, summer)
- Funding available through a combination of paid, full-time co-op or internship placements, teaching assistant and tutor positions, Federal Student Aid,* and scholarships from corporate partners
- Application
*Applies to U.S. campuses
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© 2024 Northeastern University
Khoury Social
Contact Khoury
440 Huntington Avenue, 202 West Village H
Boston, MA 02115
617.373.2462
TTY: 617.373.3768
Khoury Social
Contact Khoury
440 Huntington Avenue, 202 West Village H
Boston, MA 02115
617.373.2462
TTY: 617.373.3768
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About
Programs
Experiential Learning
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Life at Khoury
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