Graduate

Prospective Students

GRADUATE APPLICATION PROCEDURES

In order to apply to our graduate program, you must apply to the University of South Florida Graduate Program and choose one of the degree programs/majors: PhD in Computer Science and Engineering, PhD in Big Data Analytics, MS in Computer Science, MS in Computer Engineering, or MS in Cyber Security. Just follow the instructions included in this link.

A PDF of GRE Scores is required for all MS majors (excluding MSAI), unless the applicant has an undergraduate degree from an ABET-accredited US institution.

For more information on the requirements of each program, please read the catalogs linked below:

A complete application includes:

  • Unofficial Transcripts (including the grade sheet and diploma, if applicable)
  • PDF of GRE Scores (for Master's applicants except MSAI)
  • Resume
  • Statement of Purpose
  • 3 Letters of Recommendation (Must be on official letterhead with recommender’s title and contact)
  • PDF of English Proficiency Scores, if applicable

If admitted, official transcripts and test scores will need to be submitted to Graduate Admissions but unofficial transcripts/scores can be used in reviewing the application.

Graduate Application Deadline

Please see the for priority deadlines.

Please Note: the PhD in Big Data Analytics admits Fall Entries Only! We also do NOT offer Summer Admissions for any of our programs.

MS and PhD priority deadlines:

  • Fall: January 15
  • Spring: September 1

Please see the Office of Admission website for the final university deadlines.

MS final university deadlines:

  • Fall: June 1
  • Spring: October 15        

PhD final university deadlines:

  • Fall: February 15
  • Spring: October 15

Applications received by the priority deadline will receive maximum consideration. Applications received after the priority deadline, but by the final university deadline, are considered on a space-available basis. All supporting materials must be received by the stated deadlines.

If you intend to apply for the ±«Óătv OGS fellowships administered at university-level, you may need to apply earlier than the priority deadline so that you have sufficient time after your admission to apply. The list of OGS fellowships is here:

For questions regarding applying to our graduate programs, please visit the Advising page to contact a Graduate Advisor.

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