I really wanna do MS in CS from ASU in the future. I just finished school and have no idea where to begin. like what should i focus on from now itself? and when is the asu ms cs deadline usually?
It’s noce that you are thinking about it this early 
You’ll need a good cs undergrad first (btech, bsc, etc), aim for decent cgpa. also keep ur maths and coding strong from now itself – python, dsa, stuff like that. ASU’s super competitive lately so plan ahead.
1. Build a Strong Foundation in Computer Science
- Choose Computer Science or related major for your undergraduate degree (like IT, Software Engineering, or ECE).
2. Get Hands-on Experience
- Do small personal or group projects—upload them to GitHub.
- Participate in coding competitions, hackathons, or open-source contributions.
- Do internships during college—they make your profile stronger for admissions and jobs later.
3. Maintain a Good GPA
- ASU typically looks for a GPA of 3.0/4.0 or above (~7.5–8/10 in Indian grading systems).
4. Prepare for English Proficiency Tests
- You don’t need to do this now—but plan to take it in the final year of your undergrad.
5. Consider the GRE (optional as of now)
- ASU has made GRE optional for MSCS, but if you score well (310+), it can strengthen your application.
- If the GRE becomes required again in the future, prepare during 3rd or final year.
6. Work on Your Profile for Admissions
- You’ll need to submit:
- Your transcripts
- Resume
- Statement of Purpose (SOP) – why you want to do MS in CS
- Letters of Recommendation – from professors or supervisors
7. Application Timeline & Deadlines
- ASU has Fall intake (August start) and sometimes Spring intake (January start).
- For Fall intake, deadlines are usually:
- Priority deadline: December 15
- Final deadline: February 1 or March 1
- Applying early is better, especially if you want funding or scholarships.