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A Computer Science and Engineering PhD serves as your gateway to academic or industrial research careers. Our doctoral alumni have secured tenure-track professorships, directed prominent tech companies, launched groundbreaking startups, and emerged as influential voices in their disciplines.
Only two Letters of Recommendation are needed for current University at Buffalo undergraduates.
Statement of Purpose
Please upload a brief personal statement describing your educational objectives, your academic experience, and why you're interested in the program. There is no required length or word limit for the statement.
 
Copies of transcript(s) for all post-secondary schoolwork must be uploaded with your application for initial review. Upon an offer of admission, accepted applicants will be required to submit official transcripts and proof of degree(s).
Two letters of recommendation are required to apply to the MS program. Three letters of recommendation are required to apply to the PhD program. 
Letters are automatically requested when you enter recommenders' names and email addresses in your application. While we will accept letters from professional sources, we strongly prefer letters from professors acquainted with your academic interests, achievements, and abilities.
The GRE is not required to apply to the MS program or PhD program.