UPeDoctor of Philosophy in Computer and Information ScienceUniversity of Pennsylvania · Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

Program Overview

Degree: Ph.D.
Duration: Not published
Tuition (2026/27 rates): To be confirmed
Fields: Computer Science

Application Cycle

2027/28 dates and tuition are not yet published. Showing 2026/27 cycle data as an estimate.

Application opens (2026/27 dates): Sep 15, 2025
Application deadline (2026/27 dates): Dec 15, 2025

Documents Required

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

Personal statement

Personal statement (two pages or less) covering research/program fit and scholarly preparation.

CV or resume

Professional experience, education, and achievements.

Recommendation letters x 3

Three required for CIS Ph.D. (also BE Ph.D. Medical Physics concentration only for other programs); include at least one faculty referee familiar with scholarly abilities.

Unofficial transcript(s)

English translation if needed. Official transcripts typically required only if admitted and enrolling.

Published Score Requirements

Academic: Bachelor's degree; Or equivalent. Competitive admission; no minimum GPA published.
Prerequisites: Relevant academic background; Strong preparation for research in computer and information science; sample undergrad majors include CS and related computing fields.
IELTS: 7.5 overall; Recommended minimum.
TOEFL: 100 overall; Recommended minimum.
GRE: Optional

Historical admission data is not published.

Source

Visit the official program source