Engineering
University of Chicago, United States
The PhD builds the skills to produce successful computer science research, centred on work with a research advisor and the wider research community. It is typically completed in six years across three phases.
Faculty: Physical Sciences Division | Department: Department of Computer Science | Duration: Typically six years | Intake: Autumn | Study mode: full-time | Location: Chicago, IL, United States
The Qualifying Phase covers foundational courses in several CS subareas, early research, finding an advisor and a research or survey paper presented at a Qualifying Exam. The Candidacy Phase completes coursework and a Candidacy Exam with a dissertation plan. The Dissertation Phase ends with a defense, with an optional Practicum with an external organization.
Computer Science PhD: all application materials due December 10, 2026; $90 application fee (Physical Sciences Division fee waivers available); three letters of recommendation; GRE optional.
Intake: Autumn
Duration: Typically six years
Engineering
University of Chicago, United States
Engineering
University of Chicago, United States
Engineering
University of Chicago, United States
Engineering
University of Chicago, United States
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