Graduate

Prospective Students

GRADUATE APPLICATION PROCEDURES

In order to apply to our graduate program, you must apply to the University of South Florida Graduate Program and choose one of the three degree programs/majors: PhD in Computer Science and Engineering, MS in Computer Science, or MS in Computer Engineering. Just follow the instructions included in this link.

The GRE is required for both MS majors unless the applicant has an undergraduate degree from an ABET-accredited US institution.

For more information on the requirements of each program, please read the catalogs linked below:

A complete application includes:

  • Unofficial Transcripts (including the grade sheet and diploma, if applicable)
  • PDF of GRE Scores (for Master's applicants)
  • Resume
  • Statement of Purpose
  • 3 Letters of Recommendation (Must be on official letterhead with recommender’s title and contact)
  • PDF of English Proficiency Scores, if applicable

If admitted, official transcripts and test scores will need to be submitted to Graduate Admissions but unofficial transcripts/scores can be used in reviewing the application.

Graduate Application Deadline

Please see the for priority deadlines.

MS and PhD priority deadlines:

  • Fall: January 15
  • Spring: September 1

Please see the Office of Admission website for the final university deadlines.

MS final university deadlines:

  • Fall: June 1
  • Spring: October 15        

PhD final university deadlines:

  • Fall: February 15
  • Spring: October 15

Applications received by the priority deadline will receive maximum consideration. Applications received after the priority deadline, but by the final university deadline, are considered on a space-available basis. All supporting materials must be received by the stated deadlines.

If you intend to apply for the USF OGS fellowships administered at university-level, you may need to apply earlier than the priority deadline so that you have sufficient time after your admission to apply. The list of OGS fellowships is here:

For questions regarding applying to our graduate programs, please email one of the addresses below according to the program you intend to apply to:

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