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PhD in Computer Science

NA On Campus Phd Program

Illinois Institute of Technology

Program Overview

The doctoral program is designed for those students who have an interest in pursuing an academic or industrial research career. To be awarded a Ph.D. in Computer Science, a student must demonstrate mastery in several areas of computer science and must make a significant original contribution to research in the field of computer science. On entry into the program, a student is required to take coursework in a number of areas and pass written and oral qualifying exams. Next, the student must formulate a thesis research problem and present it and the proposed research to a committee of faculty at a comprehensive exam. Upon passing this examination, the student must carry out the research and write and defend a thesis, among other requirements.

Program Key Stats

$30985 (Annual cost
$ 75



57 %

Eligibility Criteria


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Additional Information & Requirements

Minimum overall score of TOEFL is 90, IELTS is 6.5 and PTE is 47, GRE scores, Official transcripts, Professional statement and portfolio (if required), Two letters of recommendation.

Career Options

  • Computer and Information Research Scientists
  • Computer and Information Systems Managers
  • Computer Network Support Specialists
  • Computer Occupations
  • All Other
  • Computer Programmers
  • Computer Science Teachers
  • Postsecondary
  • Information Security Analysts
  • Software Developers
  • Applications
  • Software Developers
  • Systems Software
  • Web Developers

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