Begin at Shiv Nadar University, Delhi NCR,
complete your degree at Arizona State University
*Subject to transfer condition
**Students may apply for OPT opportunities; however, approval is subject to U.S. government regulations
Students who meet Arizona State University (ASU) entry requirements will then have the opportunity to transfer to ASU.
Students will spend the next 12 to 18 months in the U.S., studying on campus at Arizona State University to complete their program.
Earn a STEM Master's in Computer Science, Cyber Security, Software Engineering from Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering, the largest engineering school, or Artificial intelligence in business from W. P. Carey School of Business at Arizona State University
Substantial cost saving (tuition + living) compared to fully residential program at ASU.
Opportunity to work in the U.S. for up to three year via Optional practical training program.Top employers of ASU graduates include Amazon, Banner Health, Boeing, Honeywell, Intel Corporation, and many more.
Shiv Nadar University offers substantial and need-based scholarships that can cover up to 100% of tuition and living expenses at Arizona State University.
| Program Name | Total Credits | Total Credits @ASU | Total Credits @SNU IC | ASU Campus |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MS Software Engineering | 30 (equal to 10 courses) | 18 | 12 | Polytechnic |
| MS Software Engineering (Cybersecurity specialization) | 30 (equal to 10 courses) | 18 | 12 | Polytechnic |
| MS Computer Science | 30 (equal to 10 courses) | 21 | 09 | Tempe |
| MS Artificial Intelligence in Business | 30 (equal to 10 courses) | 18 | 12 | Tempe |
Shiv Nadar University, Delhi-NCR — one of India’s youngest Institutions of Eminence, established by philanthropist and technologist Mr. Shiv Nadar — has partnered with Arizona State University, the top U.S. public university for international students (IIE, 2024).
ASU is internationally recognised for its commitment to academic excellence, innovation, and inclusive education. With students from over 130 countries, it offers a dynamic and future-focused learning environment. This partnership brings together two forward-looking institutions committed to delivering world-class, transdisciplinary education with a global perspective.
| Program Name | Estimated program Fees at SNU* (in INR) | Estimated program Fee for Accelerated Master’s program at ASU* (in USD) |
|---|---|---|
| MS Software Engineering | 3,00,000 | 35,946 |
| MS Software Engineering (Cybersecurity) | 3,00,000 | 35,946 |
| MS Computer Science | 3,00,000 | 40,749 |
| MS Artificial Intelligence in Business | 3,00,000 | 49,878 |
*This is an estimate only based on ASU 2025–26 published tuition and fee rates. Subject to change. Kindly refer to ASU Tuition Fee Estimator at
tuition.asu.edu/cost/tuition-estimator.
Approximate cost of housing etc. is USD 20,000 per year.
| Program Name | MS Computer Science (CSE) | MS Software Engineering / MS Software Engineering (Cybersecurity) | MS Artificial Intelligence in Business |
|---|---|---|---|
| GPA (Bachelors) | Applicants must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.25 (scale is 4.00 = "A") in the last 60 hours of their first bachelor's degree program, or a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00 (scale is 4.00 = "A") in an applicable master’s degree program and a 3.00 for ASU transfer courses. | Minimum GPA of 3.00 (scale is 4.00 = "A") in the last 60 credit hours of their first bachelor’s degree program, or applicants must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00 (scale is 4.00 = "A") in the last 12 units of the postbaccalaureate transcript. | Minimum GPA of 3.00 (scale is 4.00 = "A") in the last 60 credit hours of their first bachelor’s degree program, or applicants must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00 (scale is 4.00 = "A") in the last 12 units of the postbaccalaureate transcript. |
| English Proficiency | - TOEFL: 90 (iBT) - IELTS: 7 (min.) - Duolingo: 115 | - TOEFL: >90 (iBT) - IELTS: >7.0 - Pearson: >64 - Duolingo: >125 | TOEFL> 90 iBT, IELTS> 7.0, Pearson Test of English>64, Duolingo>115, or a passing score in the English for Graduate Admission online course through ASU Global Launch. |
