Graduate Admissions

M.S. in Computer Science

Requirements and Application Materials

• One of the following:
  • The completion of an undergraduate degree in Computer Science or closely related major
  • The successful completion of one of our Principles of Programming courses as a Student-at-Large.
• Official Undergraduate transcripts.
• The Standard GRE Examination (no subject exam required).
• For International Students, the university requires an English language proficiency test score. Details can be found through the graduate school website.
• Two letters of recommendation, preferably from academic sources.
• A Statement of Purpose.
• Resume or CV

Application Deadlines

Ph.D. in Computer Science

Requirements and Application Materials

• a baccalaureate or master’s degree in Computer Science or a related field.
• a background equal to that required for the B.S. degree at Northern Illinois University.
• Official Undergraduate transcripts.
• The Standard GRE Examination (no special subject exam required).
• For International Students, the university requires an English language proficiency test score. Details can be found through the graduate school website.
• For International Students, the university requires an English language proficiency test score.
• Three letters of recommendation, preferably from academic sources.
• A Statement of Purpose.
• Resume or CV

Application Deadlines