QS Rank:
761
University of Colorado at Denver
Colorado
,United States
Program Name
PhD in Computer Science and Information Systems
Overview
Total Tuition Fees
$79,512
Duration
48 Months
Median Salary
$1,10,000
Ranking
#219
US World and News Report
#761
QS World University Rankings
Intake
Fall ( Sept - Nov )
Intake
Spring ( Apr - June )
Class Profile
Class Size
25
Average Age
28
Average Work Experience
2 Years
Diversity
New York:
5%California:
20%Illinois:
4%Others:
16%Texas:
10%Colorado:
45%Career Outcomes
Median Earnings After Graduation
$1,10,000 / year
Prospective Job Roles
Artificial Intelligence Engineer
Research Scientist
Assistant Professor
College Professor
Control Systems Engineer
Research Engineer
Control Engineer
Machine learning engineer
Systems Engineer
Engineering manager
Top recruiters
Eligibility Criteria
Accepted fields include Computer Science, Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, Computational Science and Engineering, Electrical and Information Engineering, Mathematics.
At least 3 / 4 undergraduate GPA is expected.
At least 16 years of bachelor degree.
At least 24 months of full-time professional experience after graduation.
English Proficiency Tests
IELTS
6.5
PTE
58
DUOLINGO
105
TOEFL
79
Application Requirements
Here's everything you need to know to ensure a complete and competitive application—covering the key documents and criteria for a successful submission.
Application Fee: 75
Transcript
Statement of Purpose
Resume
Passport
Personal Statement
Professional LOR
Academic LOR
Application Deadlines
| Final | |
|---|---|
| Fall | Feb 15, 2025 |
| Spring | Sep 15, 2025 |
Fees and Funding
Tuition Fees
$19,878 / year
Overall Cost
$34,878 / year
FAQs
- Most students complete the program in five to six years, depending on the pace of research and dissertation progress.
- Admissions decisions are based on academic background, research interests, letters of recommendation, writing ability, and alignment with faculty expertise. Final decisions are made by the program's admissions committee.
- Applicants must have a bachelor's or master’s degree in computer science, information systems, engineering, or a closely related field. Strong mathematical and analytical skills are important.
- The program is jointly administered by the Department of Computer Science and Engineering and the Business School's Information Systems area.
- The PhD in Computer Science and Information Systems is an interdisciplinary program that integrates computer science, information systems, and domain-specific applications. It is designed for students interested in advanced research and academic or industry careers that require high-level technical expertise and analytical skills.
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