Overview

The Computer Science Ph.D. program at Georgia State University provides students with advanced training in the fundamental principles, processes and applications of information and computational technologies and data science.

Careers

The Computer Science Ph.D. program is flexible and suitable for a wide range of career interests, allowing our students to find their place in industry or research.

Our doctoral program graduates pursue careers at leading universities, research institutions and government agencies such as the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, or find employment in leading information technology or biotech companies such as Google, GE, Anthem and Thermo Fisher Scientific.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Cryptography
Applied Combinatorics and Graph Theory
Advanced Algorithms with Applications to Networks
Advanced Machine Learning
Deep Learning
Advanced Computer Architecture
Advanced Computer Networks
Internet of Things
Advanced Operating Systems
Multimedia Systems
Advanced Software Engineering

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Atlanta, United States

Disciplines

Computer Sciences View 227 other PhDs in Computer Sciences in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

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Other requirements

General requirements

In addition to the general requirements of the College of Arts and Sciences, the Department of Computer Science has the following requirements:

A baccalaureate or master’s degree in computer science or its equivalent. While we welcome capable students with non-computer science degrees, they may need some foundation courses.
A statement of background and goals.
Three letters of recommendation from individuals who can evaluate the applicant’s potential for Ph.D. work in computer science.
Minimum GPA 3.0/4.0.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

32332 USD / year

≈ 32332 USD / year
Out-of-State

31726 USD / year

≈ 31726 USD / year
Domestic

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In-State

9790 USD / year

≈ 9790 USD / year

Living costs

Atlanta

United States

1213 - 2208 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Scholarships Information

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