Overview
This program is the first in Texas to offer doctoral-level studies in computer science with formalized business training. The emphasis on collaboration with industry and preparation for careers in academia, business, nonprofit organizations, and government laboratories is a powerful driver for original research and innovative product development.
Program Mission
The mission of the Department of Computer Science is to advance the knowledge of computer science and technology through education, research, and service for the betterment of society. The program focuses on key areas of applied computing of national priority:
- computer security and networking
- data analytics and management
- high-performance computing
- human-computer interaction
- informatics
- software engineering
The curriculum emphasizes building complementary and interdisciplinary technical skills in applied computing and equipping students with non-technical skills that are essential to navigating multiple career paths.
Career Options
- assistant professor
- data scientist
- entrepreneur
- lecturer
- postdoctoral fellow
- program manager
- research associate
- research engineer
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Advanced Data Mining
- Data-Driven Computational Methods and Infrastructure
- Advanced Machine Learning and Pattern Recognition
- Bioinformatics
- Human Computer Interaction: Concepts, Models, and Methodologies
- Human Factors and Ergonomics
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 120 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Deadline: February 1
- Deadline Standard: June 15 (national); June 1 (international)
Language
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Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
Management Studies Information Technology (IT) Computer Sciences View 183 other PhDs in Computer Sciences in United StatesAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
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Other requirements
General requirements
- completed online application
- $55 nonrefundable application fee
- $90 nonrefundable application fee for applications with international credentials
- Transcripts & GPA for applicants with a bachelor's and master's degree
- baccalaureate degree in computer science or related field from a regionally accredited university
- master's degree in computer science or related field from a regionally accredited university
- official transcripts from each institution where course credit was granted
- minimum 3.3 GPA in all completed graduate courses
- official GRE (general test only) with competitive scores
- interview (top-ranking applicants only)
- resume/CV
- three letters of recommendation
- written statement of research interests and goals
Tuition Fee
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International
16560 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 16560 USD per year during 120 months. -
National
16560 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 16560 USD per year during 120 months. -
In-State
9000 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 9000 USD per year during 120 months.
Living costs for San Marcos
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Funding
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Scholarships Information
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