OpenFieldHarvard Master of Science in Computational Science and Engineering (CSE)
Advanced postgraduate master's degree training researchers in mathematical modeling, high-performance parallel computing, stochastic simulation, and physical data analysis.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, physics, mathematics, or computer science with top academic standing.
- English language proficiency
- Academic IELTS 7.5 or TOEFL iBT 100.
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Optional.
- Thesis / Research statement
- Demonstrated coursework mastery of differential equations, numerical analysis, and C++/Python.
- Recommendation letters
- Three letters of academic recommendation and university transcripts.
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- Self-funded; eligible for merit bursaries and laboratory assistantships
- Application fee
- USD $105 application processing fee
- Tuition / joining costs
- USD $64,500 per academic year (typically 1 to 2 years full-time).
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- December 1, 2026 for Fall intake
- Last source review
- 2026-10-14
Important verification note
Facts reflect official Harvard University documentation reviewed 2026-10-14. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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