MS in Computer Science
A master's in Computer Science deepens your foundation in algorithms, systems and software, with electives in AI, machine learning, cloud and security. In the US it is usually STEM-designated.
🇺🇸 Auburn, USA · Public
Auburn University Fees for Indian Students
Auburn University (Auburn) is known for Samuel Ginn College of Engineering. Below: tuition, living costs in Tuscaloosa & Auburn, the total in rupees and loan options.
- Total ≈ ₹90 lakh – ₹1.05 crore
- Tuition $28,000 – $35,000 a year
- Intakes: Fall (Aug/Sep)
- Typical loan ₹63 lakh – ₹94 lakh
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How much does Auburn University cost for Indian students?
A 2-year MS at Auburn University costs about ₹90 lakh – ₹1.05 crore in total for an Indian student: tuition of $28,000 – $35,000 a year, living costs of about $18,500 a year and one-time visa and travel costs of ₹2.5 lakh – ₹4 lakh. Most families borrow ₹63 lakh – ₹94 lakh and cover the rest from savings or scholarships.
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Auburn University at a glance
- Location
- Auburn, AL, USA
- Type
- Public university
- Known for
- Samuel Ginn College of Engineering
- Tuition (international)
- $28,000 – $35,000 a year
- Living costs used
- $18,500 a year
- Total for 2 years
- ₹90 lakh – ₹1.05 crore
- Intakes
- Fall (Aug/Sep), Spring (Jan), limited Summer (May)
- English tests
- IELTS, TOEFL, PTE or Duolingo (as accepted by the university)
- Work during study
- Up to 20 hours/week on campus during semesters
- After graduation
- OPT 12 months + 24-month STEM OPT extension for STEM-designated degrees
- Official website
- auburn.edu
Fee breakdown
Auburn University cost for Indian students
2-year MS, at $1 ≈ ₹94. Tuition varies by program — use the figure on your offer letter.
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Living there
Living costs in Tuscaloosa & Auburn
Alabama college towns with low rents. A room in shared housing usually costs $500 – $750 a month, and a realistic yearly budget is $17,000 – $20,000.
For the cost table we use $18,500 a year — planning figure for Tuscaloosa & Auburn: shared housing, food, transport and insurance. During your studies you can work up to 20 hours/week on campus during semesters.
The I-20 shows the university's cost of attendance; you must document funds for at least the first year at the F-1 interview.
Funding
How Indian students fund Auburn University
Typical loan: ₹63 lakh – ₹94 lakh. EMIs on a ₹78 lakh loan start after the course and moratorium.
Timeline
Applying to Auburn University for the Fall 2027 intake
- 01
10–12 months before
Take IELTS; shortlist programs at Auburn University and similar universities.
- 02
8–10 months before
Write your SOP, request two or three LORs and prepare transcripts.
- 03
6–9 months before
Apply on Auburn University's application portal and to scholarships.
- 04
4–6 months before
Accept the offer, pay the deposit and start the education loan (₹63 lakh – ₹94 lakh).
- 05
2–4 months before
Apply for the F-1 student visa: receive the I-20 from your university.
FAQs
Frequently asked questions
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Tuition is $28,000 – $35,000 a year for international students. With living costs the total for a 2-year MS is about ₹90 lakh – ₹1.05 crore.
At $1 ≈ ₹94, a year's tuition is about ₹26 lakh – ₹33 lakh. Exchange rates move, so we recalculate with the live rate before you pay.
Of the 6 universities closest to it in cost, 0 cost less in total and 6 cost more. Auburn University's tuition is above the middle of our USA list.
Yes, within visa rules: up to 20 hours/week on campus during semesters. Part-time income helps with living costs but shouldn't be counted on for tuition.
Often, yes — private banks and NBFCs lend unsecured amounts for many universities if the co-applicant's income is steady. Larger amounts at the lowest rates usually need collateral. Most families borrow ₹63 lakh – ₹94 lakh.
Fall (Aug/Sep), Spring (Jan), limited Summer (May). Start preparing 10–12 months ahead; popular programs fill early.
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