PhD Computational Modeling & Simulation at University of Pittsburgh

Programme overview

The Computational Modeling and Simulation PhD gives graduate students a strong background in computational methods for solving problems across disciplines, combined with the concentration requirements of a traditional discipline.

Faculty: Interdisciplinary; applicants apply through Dietrich School of Arts and Sciences, Swanson School of Engineering or School of Computing and Information | Intake: Fall | Location: Pittsburgh, PA, United States

What you will study

Courses in numerical methods, computer science and scientific computing plus concentration requirements in one of 15 disciplines (including Bioengineering, Chemistry, Computer Science, Economics, Mathematics, Physics and Astronomy, Psychology and Statistics); students use the Center for Research Computing.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Application deadline January 15 for fall admission, applying via Liaison CAS through the school of the intended concentration (Dietrich School, Swanson School of Engineering or School of Computing and Information). All applicants submit a statement of purpose describing research interests, transcripts from all colleges attended, three letters of reference (depending on school requirements) and, for international applicants, TOEFL, IELTS or Duolingo scores (school-specific minimums).

Requirements published at program group level.

Domestic applicants: USD 28,824 a year (2026-27). Pennsylvania-resident graduate tuition, School of Computing and Information, full-time two terms (fall and spring). Tuition only; mandatory fees and other expenses excluded. Source

International applicants: USD 51,810 a year (2026-27). Out-of-state (non-PA resident) graduate tuition, School of Computing and Information, full-time two terms (fall and spring). Tuition only; mandatory fees and other expenses excluded. Source

Intake: Fall

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