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Computer Science (PhD) at Cornell University

Cornell University, United States

Programme overview

A research PhD spanning artificial intelligence, computer graphics, systems, security, machine learning and digital libraries as well as theory, programming languages and scientific computing, with opportunities at both the Ithaca and New York City campuses. The field aims to produce researchers with both breadth in computer science and depth in a specialty.

Faculty: Cornell University Graduate School  |  Department: Graduate Field of Computer Science  |  Duration: Minimum 6 semesters  |  Intake: Fall  |  Location: Ithaca, NY, United States

What you will study

Concentrations are artificial intelligence; programming languages and logics; scientific computing and applications; systems; and theory of computation.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Applicants are expected to have an appropriate background in computer science. Three recommendations; Graduate School requirements including English language proficiency apply. Fall deadline December 15; no spring admission.

USD 20,800 a year (2026-27). Doctoral tuition per year ($10,400 per semester); the source states $20,800 applies to Ph.D., D.M.A. and J.S.D. programs in endowed and contract colleges; tuition only. Source

Graduate School applications are submitted online through the Graduate School application; the application fee is $105. Each graduate field sets its own deadlines, and many fall between early December and mid-January.

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