Obtaining a Graduate Degree

Your door step to more success.

 

Students in the Department of Computer Science and Engineering have the opportunity to dive deeper into artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, software engineering, natural language processing, and other research areas that contribute to community and global needs. These programs give students the ability to create a real-world impact within their community.

MS in Computer Engineering has been ranked #19 in 2023 Best Value Computer Engineering Master's Degree Schools
Computer & Tech occupations expected to increase by 15% between 2021-2031, faster than average expected growth among all occupations.

 

Admissions

Please review our admission requirements below before you apply.

 

Master's Applicants

PMCS - UNT Frisco Master's Applicants

PhD Applicants

GRE

Verbal - 148 (36%) Quantitative - 155 (61%) Analytical - 3.0 Verbal - 148 (36%) Quantitative - 155 (61%) Analytical - 3.5 Verbal - 151 (49%) Quantitative - 156 (55%) Analytical - 4.0

TOEFL (International)

79 - ibt 79 - ibt 83 - ibt

IELTS (International)

6.0 or better 6.0 or better 6.5 or better

Other ELP examinations (International)

See other requirement scores    

GPA

3.0 in prior work 3.0 in prior work 3.5 in prior work

Letters of Recommendation*

Optional but encouraged 2 required 3 required

Statement of Purpose*

Optional but encouraged Required Required

Resume*

Required Required Required

Professional and/or Industrial experience

None required Requirement of 5 years None require

*Follow this link to submit your supplemental documents for application

For questions or concerns, please visit FAQs section  to get answers about our graduate programs.

Prospective graduate students will apply here: UNT Toulouse Graduate School - Admissions 


 

Degree programs

Doctoral (PhD)

Ph.D. in Computer Science and Engineering

An overall evaluation of the student’s credentials is used as a basis for admission. Admission is competitive, and satisfaction of the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission. Click here for more details about the program.

Masters

M.S. in Artificial Intelligence
M.S. in Computer Engineering
M.S. in Computer Science
M.S. in Cybersecurity
M.S. in Data Engineering

NOTE: This page's information reflects the most current UNT catalog for incoming graduate students. If you are currently enrolled, please access UNT's archived degree plans for current students.


 

Deadline dates for doctoral & masters applicants

To receive full consideration for an assistantship, you must submit your application in ApplyTexas by the following dates:

Spring deadlines

Oct. 15: Priority deadline date to be considered for departmental funding
Nov. 5: Hard deadline date

Fall deadlines

Jan. 15: Priority deadline date to be considered for departmental funding

Apr. 15: Hard deadline date for International applicants; Hard deadline to be considered for departmental funding

July 15: Hard deadline date for Non-International applicants

 

 

 

Please check the status of your application at http://my.unt.edu. This is the most current information on your application. It will list any pending information needed.

Due to the large volume of applications received to the department, we do not pre-review applications via email.

Applications are processed by the Graduate School and then forwarded to the department if they meet all the previous departments' requirements.

If it states that the application has been forwarded to the department, it is in committee to be reviewed. Once a decision has been made it will be posted and reflect on http://my.unt.edu.

Calling or writing the department will NOT speed the process. The department will not give you a time frame on when a decision will be made. The department will contact applicants at the email listed on the application if more information is needed.

The department is aware of the appointments that international students make in their countries to receive the proper documentation to attend UNT. Due to the constant change in international law international students need to direct ALL international, I20, and/or VISA questions to the International Advising Department at internationaladvising@unt.edu. The CSE department will NOT advise or answer these questions. Information about an applicant will NOT be given out via telephone, so please email the CSE Graduate Coordinator at csegrad@unt.edu


 

CSE Grad Orientation

In addition to the UNT Grad Orientation that occurs at the beginning of each semester, the Department of Computer Science & Engineering hosts an orientation for our incoming students to provide a seamless transition into their graduate studies & learn about the resources available to our grads.

Follow the link to access more information on the schedule, presentation, and other resources.

 


 

Are you a new international student? Need answers to some questions?

UNT International Affairs has provided Information for New International Student and Scholar to assist in the transition process.

Contact the UNT International Affairs office via email & phone.

Email Address: international.events@unt.edu

Office Phone: 940-565-2197


 

Resources

 


 

Applicant Questions

  • 01) What are the admission requirements?

    We require an application from goapplytexas.org, your GRE scores, your English proficiency scores (for international students only), your resume, a copy of your official transcript, and a copy of your undergraduate degree to be considered for any of our graduate programs. Our PhD program also requires 3 Letters of Recommendation and a Statement of Purpose. Here are the typical scores of successful applicants into our programs:

    https://computerscience.engineering.unt.edu/sites/default/files/Requirements_for_Admission_8_1.pdf

  • 02) Where do I submit my supplemental Documents?

    Official transcripts are sent directly to gradadmissions@unt.edu English proficiency test results and GRE scores must be sent directly to UNT from the testing service.

    UNT’s school code is 6481

    Submit other supplemental documents to the link below. Make sure to input your information correctly, choose your appropriate major, submit your required documents, and other optional documents.

    https://engineering.unt.edu/webforms/submission-graduate-application-documents

    You can check your student portal at https://my.unt.edu to see which documents are still needed for your application. Contact the Toulouse Graduate School regarding the status of test scores and transcripts.

  • 03) Can you help me with VISA/I-20/immigration questions?

    Questions along these lines should be directed to our UNT International Office at internationaladvising@unt.edu

  • 04) Can you look over my test scores/grades/etc. (or a "preapplication") to see if I would be accepted?

    Due to the high volume of applicants, we do not prescreen any applicants. The department and graduate admissions committee will look at your application when you have properly submitted one through goapplytexas.org.

  • 05) How do I find out the status of my application?

    On average 7-10 business days after submitting your application, you’ll receive an email with instructions on how to set up your student portal on my.unt.edu. This is very important, as you’ll see below. If your transcripts and other academic documents are from a school outside of the US, please upload unofficial scans of your international academic credentials through your myUNT student portal. After you have received your student account activation email, you can log in to your myUNT portal and upload your documents through the Admissions tile or Tasks tile.  Select the document you want to submit and upload it through Add Attachment. We can’t take emailed transcripts, marksheets, or degree certificates. English proficiency test results and GRE scores must be sent directly to UNT from the testing service. UNT’s school code is 6481. Any other supplemental documents will need to be uploaded here: https://engineering.unt.edu/webforms/submission-graduate-application-documents.

    Please check the status of your application at http://my.unt.edu. This is the most current information on your application. It will list any pending information needed.

    Due to the large volume of applications received to the department, we do not pre-review applications via email. Applications are processed by the Graduate School and then forwarded to the department if they meet all the previous departments' requirements. If it states that the application has been forwarded to the department it is in committee to be reviewed. Once a decision has been made it will be posted and reflect on http://my.unt.edu.

    Calling or writing the department will NOT speed the process. The department will not give you a time frame on when a decision will be made. The department will contact applicants at the email listed on the application if more information is needed. The department is aware of the appointments that international students make in their countries to receive the proper documentation to attend UNT. Due to the constant change in international law international students need to direct ALL international, I20, and/or VISA questions to the International Advising Department at internationaladvising@unt.edu.

  • 06) How can I update or defer my application?

    You can update/defer the term of entry on your application with the link below.

    You cannot update a denied application. If you have been denied previously and you still want your application to be considered, you must reapply and submit an entirely new application. The department and graduate admissions committee will not review a denied updated application.

    https://tgs.unt.edu/future-students/graduate-admissions/update-your-application

  • 07) Can I apply for Summer intake?

    Due to the high volume of applicants, we do not accept Summer intake applications for international applicants. If you have applied for Summer intake, please update/defer your application to a different term with the link below. When you update your application, you will receive a notification within 7-10 business days. Updating your application does not guarantee a spot within the program.

    https://tgs.unt.edu/future-students/graduate-admissions/update-your-application

  • 08) How do I get more information about the application process?

    There are plenty of resources regarding the application process! If you require more information on the general application process and other university information, you can visit the UNT main website at http://www.unt.edu. Information about the Department of Computer Science and Engineering can be obtained from the department web page at http://cse.unt.edu

  • 09) Is it possible to obtain a graduate degree while I work during the day?

    Yes! When possible, our classes are scheduled on a rotating basis so that every regularly offered class is scheduled at night during any two-year period. Most classes are offered once per year, where the scheduling switches between daytime scheduling and nighttime scheduling on alternate years. To see current course offerings, check your student portal on http://my.unt.edu.

  • 10) What are the application deadlines?

    Here are the important application deadline dates:

    April 15th = Fall deadline for full funding consideration

    July 15th = Fall final deadline


    October 15th = Spring deadline for full funding consideration

    November 5th = Spring final deadline

  • 11) What opportunities are there for financial support?

    The department provides excellent opportunities for financial support for our best students! The application for departmental financial support is very competitive, and while we support a substantial number of students through assistantships, the number of applications we get is many times the number we can award. In Spring 2022, for example, over 400 students applied for roughly 40 open positions.

    However, the Toulouse Graduate School does offer other means of funding to our graduate students. The link below is an excellent resource for graduate students looking for funding outside the department:

    https://tgs.unt.edu/future-students/funding

  • 12) I have been accepted into the program! When can I enroll in classes?

    Once you have been admitted into the program, you can enroll in courses at a specific time. Below is a link that gives more details:

    https://registrar.unt.edu/when-can-i-register