JohDoctor of Philosophy in Computer ScienceJohns Hopkins University · Baltimore, Maryland, United States

Program Overview

Dates and tuition are specific to the 2027 intake

Please check the official program website (link below) for specific writing guidelines

Statement of purpose

Narrative of academic career, motivation, research interests, and specific program fit.

CV or resume

Current CV or resume.

Recommendation letters x 3

Three letters from people who know the applicant well and can write academic research letters.

Official transcript(s)

From all colleges or universities attended; English translation if needed. Unofficial copies for review; official copies typically after admission.

Academic: Bachelor's degree; No grade cutoffs or thresholds. Committee looks for excellence in the applicant's program, especially courses closest to the research area.
Prerequisites: Relevant academic background; Evidence of research potential is the central review question.
IELTS: 7.0 overall; CS MSE FAQ states TOEFL 100 / IELTS 7 as departmental minima. Whiting School also describes 100 / 7 as preferred unless a program states otherwise.
TOEFL: 100 overall; CS MSE FAQ states TOEFL 100 / IELTS 7 as departmental minima. Whiting School also describes 100 / 7 as preferred unless a program states otherwise.
GRE: Not considered; Whiting School does not require GRE General Test scores for PhD applications.

Historical admission data is not published.