Computer Science (MS and PhD) Contact Information and Application Information
Program Leadership | ||||
| College: | School of Engineering | |||
| Department: | Computer Science | Farris Engineering Center, Room 2020 | (505) 277-3112 | F: (505) 277-6927 |
| Chair: | Lydia Tapia | letapia@unm.edu | (505) 277-3112 | F: (505) 277-6927 |
| Graduate Faculty Contact: | Dr. Darko Stefanovic | darko@cs.unm.edu | (505) 277-6561 | F: (505) 277-6927 |
| Staff Advisors: | Carol Jimerson | advising@cs.unm.edu | F: (505) 277-6927 | |
Degrees Offered:
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Application Instructions
The following information is provided to help the prospective student successfully apply for admission to the Computer Science graduate program at the University of New Mexico. Although Graduate Studies strives to keep this information up-to-date, we still encourage you to visit the program's website to verify application instructions and required materials.
International students (including non-U.S. citizens on a visa) generally must complete additional steps to apply to a graduate program at UNM. Please see the Global Education Office's International Admissions website for more information.
Application Deadlines | |
| Fall Admissions (beginning with Fall 2024 admissions) | Priority Deadline: January 15th (this deadline is earlier than and takes precedence over the March 1 general priority deadline for international applicants) Final Deadline for International Students: February 15th Final Deadline for Domestic Students: July 15th |
| Spring Admissions | Priority Deadline: August 1st International: No international student applications will be considered for spring admissions Final Deadline for Domestic Students: November 15th |
Application Materials and Instructions | |
| APPLICATION CATEGORY | SPECIFIC INSTRUCTIONS |
| Educational Background | Unofficial transcripts are required and must be uploaded in the online application. Admitted candidates will have to provide an official transcript before matriculation. |
| Program of Interest | Select: School of Engineering > Computer Science. Select up to three faculty members you would like to work with. |
| Test Scores | GRE scores are optional; however, submitting strong scores may strengthen your application and improve your chances of acceptance. |
| Letter of Intent | A letter of intent stating your reasons for pursuing a graduate degree, your research interests, your career objectives, general information on your technical and scientific experience, as well as a detailed explanation of special circumstances which might affect your admission. The letter of intent should state whether you desire financial aid in the form of a research or teaching assistantship. |
| CV/Resume | Required. No special instructions. |
| Assistantships | Teaching assistantships are limited in number and the selection process is very competitive. Please describe your teaching aptitude and your experience with teaching or helping teach university-level courses. |
| Recommendations | Three (3) online letters of recommendation are required. Please enter your recommendation providers right away to help expedite your application. These letters should be professional (as opposed to personal or character) references, such as from colleagues, supervisors, or former instructors. |
Contact for Questions and Further Information | |
| Contact | advising@cs.unm.edu |
Click here to visit the program website | |
