DePaul University
2400 N Sheffield Ave, Chicago, IL 60614, United States

DePaul University is a private Catholic research university in Chicago, Illinois. Founded by the Vincentians in 1898, the university takes its name from the 17th-century French priest Saint Vincent de Paul. In 1998, it became the largest Catholic university in terms of enrollment in North America. Following in the footsteps of its founders, DePaul places special emphasis on recruiting first-generation students and others from disadvantaged backgrounds.

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The PhD in Computer and Information Sciences (CIS) offers an opportunity for exceptional students to pursue substantial research in the computer sciences and related areas. To earn a PhD degree, a student must demonstrate breadth of knowledge in at least two research areas and significant depth in a chosen dissertation area. In addition, the student must conceive, write, and defend a PhD dissertation representing a significant and original contribution to current academic research as demonstrated by a public dissertation defense and publication in established peer-reviewed academic conferences and/or journals.

For international students: this is a STEM-designated program, which can qualify you to extend your post-graduation stay in the United States.

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  • Bachelor's degree and Master’s degree awarded from a regionally accredited institution. The master’s degree must be in computer science, information systems, or a related field.
  • Personal statement describing your accomplishments, goals and interests
  • Resume
  • Official GRE score report of test taken within five years of the application deadline.
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • PhD Addendum form
  • Show definite promise for completing the program
  • Test of English Proficiency for international students. We require at least a 92 on the internet-based TOEFL, a 580 on the paper-based TOEFL or a 6.5 on the IELTS. International applicants should visit the international admission webpage for further details.

Conditional Admission

Students without a master’s degree in computer science or a related field may be considered for conditional admission to the doctoral program. These students must have an exceptional undergraduate record. A conditionally admitted student will be required to complete a doctoral prerequisite phase consisting of a set of courses determined to be appropriate for the student by the Ph.D. committee. These courses will include the core courses from the Master’s of Science in Computer Science program. Upon completion of the prerequisite phase, the Ph.D. committee will conduct an evaluation of the student's progress. Assuming such progress is satisfactory, the student will then be formally admitted into the doctoral program. Note: It is not the policy of the School to award a master’s degree to a student enrolled in the Ph.D. program.

We do not offer conditional admission for students whose English proficiency scores are below the minimum.

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Enrollment Quarter Domestic Student Deadline International Student Deadline
Fall January 15 January 15
Winter October 1 October 1