Language Requirements
Qualification Requirements
Submission of all academic transcripts
A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university. An undergraduate major in science, engineering, mathematics, or computing is desirable, but individuals with other backgrounds who are interested in the program are invited to discuss their career objectives with the program director.
An undergraduate GPA of 2.75 or above on a 4.0 scale.
Graduate Record Examination (GRE) general test scores taken within five years from the term for which admission is sought. An applicant should have a minimum of 150 in the Quantitative section. Under some circumstances, this requirement may be waived in lieu of extensive work experience in the computer science field. To apply for a GRE waiver, an applicant should submit letters of recommendation and evidence of work experience in the field to the Graduate Program Director. Completion of prerequisite and required courses with grades of B or better within two years prior to the term for which admission is sought may also be considered in place of the GRE scores as supporting eligibility to enter the program.
Submission of a statement of purpose detailing the applicant's background and career plans
An international applicant whose native language is not English is required to demonstrate adequate proficiency in English. Applicants should have scored at least 550 on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) paper exam with a minimum of 50th percentile in all three sections, or at least 217 on the TOEFL computer exam. TOEFL scores older than two years from the term for which admission is sought are not valid. Minimum score required on the IELTS is 6.5.