OpenFieldPh.D. in Computer Science (Donald Bren School of ICS)
Premier doctoral program conducting research in artificial intelligence, computer vision, cybersecurity, distributed systems, quantum computing, and biomedical informatics.
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 or Master's in Computer Science, Math, or Engineering with 3.3+ GPA
- English language proficiency
- TOEFL 80 (speaking 26 for TA) or IELTS 7.0
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Not required
- Thesis / Research statement
- Research portfolio or publications in machine learning, systems, or algorithms
- Recommendation letters
- Three academic letters of recommendation
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- Fully funded: $39,000 annual stipend + 100% tuition coverage for 5 years
- Application fee
- $155 application fee
- Tuition / joining costs
- Full tuition covered via GSR/TA appointment
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- December 15, 2026
- Last source review
- 2026-10-15
Important verification note
Facts reflect official University of California, Irvine documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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