PhD Computer Science at University of Massachusetts Amherst

Programme overview

A PhD programme ranked among the top 25 in the United States, preparing students for teaching, research and leadership positions in areas such as machine learning and AI, human-centered computing and robotics.

Faculty: Manning College of Information and Computer Sciences | Department: Computer Science | Intake: Fall (application deadline December 15) | Study mode: full-time | Location: Amherst, MA, United States

What you will study

Students with a CS master's degree are admitted to the PhD track; others are admitted to the MS/PhD track, working toward the MS and a portfolio before the PhD. Featured coursework includes algorithm design and analysis.

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Application information

Entry requirements

CICS PhD (and MS/PhD) applicants: Graduate School application by December 15 with personal statement, unofficial transcripts, two letters of recommendation and English exam scores for international students (minimum combined IELTS 6.5, PTE 75; TOEFL accepted); no GRE required; application fee $90 (limited fee waivers for PhD applicants); emphasis on letters of recommendation, personal statement and GPA; applicants have a solid undergraduate background in computer science.

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.

Intake: Fall (application deadline December 15)

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