Overview

Ph.D. Computer Science and Systems graduates at University of Washington are scholars and contributors to local growth and use-inspired innovation. They possess advanced computing knowledge, critical thinking skills.

Features

Through inquiry, questioning and abstraction towards tool development, they contribute to theoretical advances in chosen areas interest.

Programme Structure

Curriculum:

Advanced Algorithms;

Theory of Computing;

Applied Distributed Computing;

Machine Learning;

Cryptography.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 120 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-04-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Seattle, United States

Disciplines

Computer Sciences View 227 other PhDs in Computer Sciences in United States

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Academic 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

Applications are accepted through the UW Graduate School. The process includes:

Creating or updating your graduate applicant profile (one profile for all program applications).

Making sure required documents have been submitted.

Paying the application fee.

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Tuition Fee

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International

37947 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 37947 USD per year during 120 months.
National

37947 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 37947 USD per year during 120 months.
In-State

21774 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 21774 USD per year during 120 months.

Living costs for Seattle

1480 - 2580 USD /month

Living costs

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Scholarships Information

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