The combined BS/MS degree program in the Department of Computer Science is intended for motivated students who wish to pursue an accelerated program culminating in a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science and a Master of Science degree in Computer Science. This combined degree program allows a motivated and academically-focused student to complete both BS and MS degrees in 5 years. Up to 12 hours in the MS option may be dual-eligible for credit toward the BS degree ( double counting ). With a focus on the university experience, a student in the combined BS/MS degree program is encouraged to pursue any of the MS options.