PhD Computer Science at West Virginia University

Programme overview

Research-focused doctorate through the college's interdisciplinary Ph.D. program requiring an original dissertation that contributes to computer science.

Faculty: Benjamin M. Statler College of Engineering and Mineral Resources | Department: Lane Department of Computer Science and Electrical Engineering | Duration: Suggested plan three years; catalog states typical four to five years beyond the bachelor's | Study mode: full-time | Location: Morgantown, WV, United States

What you will study

18 hours of approved 500-795 level coursework (at least 6 at 600 level or higher) and 24 hours of research (CS 797), with qualifying core courses grouped by focus area. Requires qualifying exam, candidacy exam with research proposal defense, and public final defense.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 is required. Students without an M.S.C.S. must earn that degree or complete equivalent coursework (at least 24 hours, up to 12 transferable); students without an undergraduate CS degree take additional undergraduate CS courses.

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 are made through the WVU online graduate application with a $75 application fee; minimum cumulative GPA 2.75 on a 4.0 scale for regular admission, and some programmes require higher.

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