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How Rachel stayed competitive in tech When Rachel Washington, a software engineer, faced layoffs, she turned to the University of Colorado Boulder's online Master of Science in Computer Science. With performance-based admissions, she started courses immediately—no application required.  "You just have to prove yourself," she said. "You don't have to go through this lengthy application process. It was really convenient." Through rigorous coursework, supportive facilitators, and future-focused topics like AI, Rachel is building skills to stand out in a crowded job market. Explore this degree More computer and data science degrees on Coursera University of Michigran Master of Applied Data Science Learn more   University of Pittsburgh Master of Data Science Learn more   Illinois Institute of Technology Master of Data Science Learn more   Clemson University Master of Science in Computer Science Learn more   Did you know you can build towards a degree? Just getting started? Build computer and data science skills while earning a career credential at each step and apply for credit for your prior learning on Coursera if you are admitted and enroll in an eligible degree program.* Professional Certificate  ·  8 courses  ·  Offers degree credit Google Google Data Analytics Enroll now   Professional Certificate  ·  13 courses  ·  Offers degree credit IBM IBM AI Engineering Enroll now   Specialization ·  5 courses ·  Offers degree credit DeepLearning.AI   Deep Learning Enroll now   Professional Certificate  ·  11 courses  ·  Offers degree credit IBM IBM Data Analyst Enroll now   *Successful application and enrollment are required. Eligibility requirements apply. Each institution determines the number of credits recognized by completing this content that may count towards degree requirements, considering any existing credits you may have. Click on a specific course for more information.     Help Coursera for Business Email Settings Unsubscribe Privacy Notice © 2025 Coursera Inc. All rights reserved. Coursera and the Coursera logo are registered trademarks of Coursera, Inc. All other trademarks are property of their respective owners. Log in to manage all your notification preferences in Email Settings.   Coursera | 2440 W El Camino Real 5th floor, Mountain View, CA 94040 USA