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Computer Science and Learning Sciences (PhD) at Northwestern University

Northwestern University, United States

Programme overview

Joint PhD linking research on learning and computation, for students interested in both fields. Research themes are Sociocultural Contexts, Cognition and Design.

Faculty: School of Education and Social Policy  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Evanston, IL, United States

What you will study

Core curriculum plus electives across Learning Sciences and Computer Science; themes cover how learning happens across settings, models of knowledge acquisition, and design of learning environments using multimedia, AI and networks.

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Application information

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Graduate applications for 2026-27 open September 15, 2026; deadlines vary by programme. The Graduate School application fee is $95 and nonrefundable, paid by credit or debit card.

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