Doctor of Philosophy

Prepare for a successful career in research or academia.Ìý

Earning your PhD in computer science can prepare you to start your own research-based company, launch your career as an academic or access some of the highest-paying industry jobs. We offer a collaborative, supportive environment that allows you to explore interdisciplinary opportunities and find your personal research passion in computer science. All PhD students in the department receive 100% funding through assistantships, fellowships and faculty research grants.Ìý

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Curriculum & Requirements

Our PhD program requires 30 hours of graduate-level coursework, as well as 30 hours of thesis work. You will also be required to complete a preliminary exam, comprehensive exam and dissertation defense, typically within six years of beginning your coursework. Ìý

Degree Requirements Ìý Ìý Admission Requirements

Moving from MS to PhD

Research-based MS students may transfer to the PhD program at any time during their academic career at ²ÊÃñ±¦µä. However, you must fulfill the following requirements and submit the following documents.

Requirements

  • Be a research-based MS student. Course-based MS students interested in this option should petition and receive prior approval by the Graduate Committee before applying.
  • Must have completed at least one year within our CSEN-MS program and have a GPA of at least 3.5 in the program.
  • Cumulative GPA of at least 3.5 in both undergrad and MS degree.
  • Strong letter of support including funding plan from a CS faculty member.

Process

Please submit the following to the Graduate Advisor via email atÌýRajshree.Shrestha@colorado.edu.

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  • Letter of support that includes a funding plan, from a sponsoring CS faculty member
  • Copy of transcripts forÌýundergraduate degree and MS degree
  • Statement of purpose
  • Resume with research and publication details
  • Two more letters of recommendation

The Graduate Committee will review the application and make its decision on a case-by-case basis.