About PhD Program,
Fordham’s Ph.D. in computer science is designed to educate the next generation of researchers, faculty, and industry leaders in a critical discipline that delivers constant innovation and development, while promoting ethically informed public interest technological research.
PhD Program Degree Eligibility with GPA,
A student entering doctoral studies in computer science should have suitable preparation in mathematics and computer science, and a degree in computer science or the equivalent from an accredited college or university. In addition, ideal candidates for admission should have some previous exposure to research and development, and demonstrate through their application materials promise for success in research and teaching. For more information, please check GSAS Graduate Admission Process.
PhD Funding Coverage,
The academic departments and programs rank order for new Graduate School of Arts and Sciences (GSAS) applicants in accordance with the applicants’ potential for outstanding graduate work based on holistic review of individual applications. Typically, applicants are to have had B+ grades or higher in previous coursework. For 2024 – 2025 GRE scores are optional/not required for consideration for financial aid. Students who do not submit GRE scores will not be at any disadvantage in the process. Please see the GSAS Standardized Test Scores page.
GSAS financial aid packages vary by program. Typically, students receiving our GSAS financial aid packages may expect to receive one year of such aid at the master’s level and three years at the doctoral level: generally no more than four years for those applying without the master’s degree. The distinguished fellowships and certain prestigious external fellowships can extend a student’s funding eligibility by one year.
Continuing students may expect to continue their GSAS financial aid packages provided that they submit a GSAS financial aid application each spring semester and that they have maintained the stipulated GPA for funding (3.5) and are making satisfactory progress towards their degree.
All recipients of Graduate School of Arts and Sciences funding must be certified by us as full-time students. No recipient of the GSAS financial aid is to hold outside employment without the permission of the graduate dean.
Application Requirement,
- Official transcripts
- Official Graduate Record Examination (GRE) Scores
- Resume/CV
- Statement of intent
- SupplementalEssay (Optional)
- Three letters of recommendation
- English Proficiency
Application Deadline,
Jan 03, 2025
Application Fee,
There is a non-refundable $80 application fee.
