Overview
Graduate degrees at University of Virginia are a certification by the faculty that the student has a broad education in Computer Science and has performed original research in the area.
Features
- The PhD degree culminates with the student writing and defending a dissertation based on the result of independent, original research that makes a significant scholarly contribution to the student's field of study.
Programme Structure
Research
- The computer science department at the University of Virginia attracts federal research support in excess of $6 million annually, with total external research funding of more than $7 million each year.
- In addition to excelling in traditional research areas within computer science, we believe that many important research challenges lie at the boundary of computer science and other disciplines. With exceptional strength in experimental systems and applied research, our researchers are blazing new trails.
Admission Requirements
Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
TOEFL iBT: 90
General requirements
- Grade Point Average
- If possible, letters of references should be written by faculty at a university previously attended. Letters of reference from Computer Science faculty are preferred, but references from employers are welcome. References should pay particular attention to academic achievements and evidence of independent, creative problem solving.
- TOEFL/IELTS Scores
Tuition Fees
- International / Out-of-State: 48,761 AUD / year (approx. 34,302 USD / year)
- Domestic / In-State: 29,113 AUD / year (approx. 20,480 USD / year)
Living Costs
Charlottesville, United States: 1,407-2,274 AUD / month. The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.