OpenFieldStanford Master of Science in Computer Science
Globally celebrated terminal Master of Science degree (45 units) offering specialized tracks in Artificial Intelligence, Information Management & Analytics, Systems, Human-Computer Interaction, and Theory.
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 Computer Science, Mathematics, or closely related quantitative field with minimum 3.6 GPA.
- English language proficiency
- TOEFL iBT 100 overall.
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- General GRE optional.
- Thesis / Research statement
- Curriculum vitae, 2-page statement of purpose, and technical programming portfolio.
- Recommendation letters
- Three academic or professional recommendation letters.
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- Self-funded; eligible for Course Assistantships (CAs) covering 10-unit tuition plus USD $12,500/quarter stipend
- Application fee
- USD $125 application processing fee
- Tuition / joining costs
- USD $62,500 per academic year (45 total units over five academic quarters).
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- December 5, 2026 for Fall 2027 cohort intake
- Last source review
- 2026-10-14
Important verification note
Facts reflect official Stanford University documentation reviewed 2026-10-14. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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