To be eligible for the Master of Science (M.S.) in Computer Science at Oregon State University, applicants should have a bachelor's degree in computer science or a closely related field, such as electrical engineering or mathematics. A minimum GPA of 3.0 out of 4.0 is typically required. While the GRE is not mandatory for admission, submitting scores may strengthen your application. Proficiency in foundational computer science areas, including algorithms, data structures, and programming languages, is expected.