MS in Cloud Computing in USA

Study Cloud Computing in the USA

Cloud Computing is one of the fastest-growing technology sectors, with the global market projected to exceed USD $1 trillion by 2028. The USA is home to the three cloud giants — AWS (Amazon), Azure (Microsoft), and Google Cloud — all of which are major graduate employers. MS in Cloud Computing and Cloud Engineering programmes are offered at Carnegie Mellon, Johns Hopkins, Georgia Tech, University of Illinois Chicago, and NYIT.

Cloud Computing is STEM-designated, qualifying for 3-year OPT extension. AWS Solutions Architect, Azure Administrator, and Google Cloud Professional certifications complement the MS. Entry salaries range from USD $100,000–$160,000, with cloud architects and DevOps engineers commanding premium compensation.

Key Facts

• Duration: 1.5–2 years
• Intake: August/September and January
• Tuition: USD $25,000–$55,000/yr
• STEM OPT: 3 years
• Entry salary: USD $100,000–$160,000

Top Universities

• Carnegie Mellon — Cloud Computing MS (MCDS)
• Georgia Tech — Computer Science (Cloud Computing) MS
• Johns Hopkins — Cloud Computing MS
• University of Illinois Chicago — Cloud Computing MS