Computer Science and Engineering: PhD
Graduate Program in Computer Science and Engineering
- Deadline
- Fall: Dec. 15; Spring: Oct. 15
- Degree
- Doctor of Philosophy
- Residency
- 2 years minimum
The doctoral program in the Department of Computer Science and Engineering emphasizes research of the highest technical quality that also serves to improve the quality of life. Our research areas include AI and machine learning, algorithms and theory, assistive technology, computer architecture and nanotechnology; computer vision, medical imaging and biometrics, digital humanities, human computer interaction, natural language processing; network and data science, scientific and high performance computing; security, privacy and cryptography; software engineering, visualization and visual analytics, wireless, mobile, and embedded systems. The Ph.D. program is focused on research and leads to a research career in the academy, industry, or government. Students in the Ph.D. program are generally supported as research or teaching assistants, take classes part-time, and focus on research under the supervision of a faculty adviser. The Ph.D. degree can be completed in three to five years, and is open to students with either a B.S. or M.S. degree.
Updated: 9/23/25
- Application Materials:
- GRE General Test optional
- TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo for non-native speakers of English
- Curriculum vitae
- Statement of intent
- Three letters of recommendation
- Unofficial transcripts from each post-secondary institution required at the time of application. (Official transcript showing conferral of a bachelor's degree due upon enrollment.)
- Contact:
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Tim Weninger
Director of Graduate Studies