Overview
Students in the Computer Science doctoral program at Tufts University work closely with computer science faculty to identify and pursue interdisciplinary learning and research collaboration opportunities across the university.
Career Outcomes
The program prepares students to change the world with successful careers in industry and academia.
Doctoral program graduates often teach in tenure-track positions at prestigious universities, launch innovative start-ups, and go to work at companies like Google, Microsoft, IBM, and many more.
Programme Structure
Current areas of research include:- Algorithms and theory
- Artificial intelligence
- Bioinformatics and computational biology
- Cognitive and brain science
- Cybersecurity policy
- Data science (T-TRIPODS Institute)
- Human-computer interaction
- Machine learning
- Networked systems and technologies for social impact
- Networking and distributed systems
- Programming languages
- Robotics and human-robot interaction
- Software systems development
- Visualization and graphics
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 36 months
Start dates & application deadlines
Application Deadlines:
- Fall: January 15
- Spring: September 15
Language
Delivered
Disciplines
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
Student insurance
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- Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
- Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
- Liability
- Home contents and baggage
- Accidents
- Legal aid
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Other requirements
General requirements
- Application Fee
- Resume/CV
- Personal Statement
- Transcripts
- Three letters of recommendation
- GRE General Test scores not required for applicants who will have received a degree from a U.S. or Canadian institution by time of enrollment. GRE scores required for all other applicants.
- Official TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo test scores (if applicable)
- Portfolio (optional)
Tuition Fee
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International
FreeTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 0 USD per year during 36 months. -
National
FreeTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 0 USD per year during 36 months.
- The tuition for PhD students in the Graduate School of Arts and Sciences is fully covered by Tufts tuition scholarships.
Living costs for Medford
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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Scholarships Information
Below you will find PhD's scholarship opportunities for Computer Science.
Available Scholarships
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